Money Saving Tips for your Upcoming Wedding

Did you know most couples underestimate how much a wedding will cost? Many couples don’t realize until it’s time to make their final vendor payments. Thankfully, there are ways to save some big bucks on your wedding without making any major sacrifices to the overall event. Check out our wedding saving tips below!

Best Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding

Cut the Guest List

Guest head count will bloat your budget exponentially. Dinner can range from $50-100 per guest, cake can cost a few dollars per slice and the bar tab just adds to all of this! Cutting your guest list down by even 25% can save you a big chunk of change. Plus, the guests who can’t be there in-person can still watch your virtual wedding if you are including a live streaming element.

Change the Date

The highest rates for venues and other vendors are on Saturdays, as that is when they are in the highest demand. Changing your wedding to a Friday or Sunday can save you a good amount and you’ll save even more having a wedding during the other days of the week.

Talk to Your Florist

Certain flowers cost more depending on seasonality and some flowers might be cheaper for your florist to order in bulk. Talk to your floral designer to see how you can get the wedding flowers you envision while saving a little bit of money.

You might also decide whether or not you want centerpieces for every table, or if you would prefer one show-stopping floral backdrop as a focal point.

Fewer Drink Options

While we love a signature cocktail over here at LoveStream, we also know that fancy mixed drinks can be more expensive per serving than beer or wine. If you’re trying to save some money on your wedding, then opt for beer and wine only.

Limit By-the-hour Vendors

Some vendors charge by the hour, which can cost you a lot of money when you want them there for the entire event. When it comes to photographers and videographers, consider having them there for just the most important parts of the night. For example, in 4 hours, they can still capture the latter half of getting ready, the ceremony, first dance, toasts and the first bit of dancing at the reception.

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