General Saving Tips

• Planning your wedding is the most important way to success.
• List the order of planning events and the timeframe they should be take care of.
• Save money with the catering asking about the children plates, less expensive than adult plates.
• Arrange your wedding day other than a Saturday.
• When buying a large quantity of any item such candles, etc. you should talk to the store manager and ask for discount.
• Wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses custom made will save you great amount of money.
• Renting a wedding gown will be another good idea to save.
• Set up your wedding day for a "off season" month between October to April.
• Make your guest list smaller
• Try to hold your wedding and reception at the same location
• Using flowers that are in season reduce costs
• Hire a DJ than a live band
• Get a Photography basic package
• Consider going 15% over budget, there are always unexpected costs.
• Limit alcohol, serve soda/punch and/or wine and/or beer only
• Schedule your ceremony for mid-afternoon or in the evening after the dinner hour to reduce the amount of food.