A Better Way to Budget

When it comes to saving money on wedding expenses, most brides think that DIY projects are the only option. But don't be fooled! Sometimes DIY projects end up costing the same (if not more) in supplies, not to mention taking up a LOT of your time.

Instead of risking the quality and style of your wedding decor, here are a few alternative ideas to put ease on your wedding budget....

1) Get married in the "off season" - many venues, DJs and photographers offer discounted services between the months of November through March.

2) Ask your seamstress to create a veil to match your dress. This will save you a small chunk of change.

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3) Stick with wedding flowers that are in-season - these will most likely be grown locally, cutting down on your floral costs.

5) When working with your stationer to create your invites, keep it simple! A flat-panel invitation set & envelope will most likely only require a single first-class stamp. Compared to postage costs of much more elaborate and bulkier invitations, this will help put ease on your stationery budget.

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5) Before you go out and buy your bridal jewelry, check with your mother, grandmother, and other female family members about heirlooms or other pieces you might be able to wear for your big day. Not only will it save you some money, it will be your something old AND something borrowed!

Have more great money-saving tips for brides-to-be? We'd love to hear from you - feel free to share them below!