Planning a wedding is no joke and if you are going for full flamboyance, it will definitely require a huge amount of investment. There is so much of glitch and glamour everywhere that you need to be perfectly aware of the wedding costs that need to cover such an extravagant event.
Be sure to expect that a simple job like arranging flowers is going to cost a bomb. As you inch closer to your big day, you will feel that every facet of your wedding comes at a hefty price tag. If you want to have a unique wedding experience at an affordable cost, these three points might come into your rescue.
Making a draft of your financial situation – Finance can be described as the backbone of any ceremony, event or party. When it comes to a wedding, there should be sufficient amount of finances to cover the wedding costs. While you are discussing your budget details, you need to rule out whoever is going to contribute for the wedding.
They can be either your parents or any other guardian. In case you are part contributor, remember there are also post-wedding expenses that need to get covered. Thus whatever you do, you need to utilize your money efficiently and spending frivolously.
Venue – the second most cumbersome task might be deciding on the venue. Destination weddings might be the ultimate choice for many as they can provide you eye candy with good wedding photography. However, it is advisable that you choose a location closer home, as it will save you a lot of wedding costs when it comes to hiring rental cars as well as buses. Keep in mind that you might have to choose your location months ahead of your wedding date.
Minimize décor – This is one aspect of a wedding that can take a heavy toll on your budget. You want to have things in the grandest scale or keep things to a minimum, all depends on you. However, having a wedding budget doesn’t mean you have to keep things simple or boring. Showcase your inner Martha Stewart and plunge headlong with your creativity while undergoing your décor.
Having a rational guest list can also save you a huge amount of your wedding costs. There is no point in inviting 2000/3000 for a single event. Keep it also minimum and realistic. Take professional help in the form of a wedding planner or planners and try to plan everything in advance.