According to the 2012 Wedding Report, the
average cost for a wedding in the U.S. is $25,600. Depending on what part of
the country you live in, your wedding expenses could easily be double that
amount — or even more.
What’s a couple to do when
they don’t want to compromise on their wedding, yet don't want to start their
new lives together saddled in debt? Well, plenty!
Thanks again to the internet, there are so
many amazing ways to keep your wedding costs down without losing its high-end
gloss. To help you save on costs but not on style, here are a few amazing
businesses every bride should know about.
Discounted
duds
Dreaming of a designer gown but want to allocate a high
amount of funds elsewhere? Be sure to check out Lightinthebox.com. While the name may
be a bit misleading, the site is home to a wide variety of “couture-esque”
wedding dresses. Most gowns cost under $500 but look like a million bucks! They
also carry bridesmaids, flower girl and reception dresses.
Alternatively, should you decide to spring
for the real thing and discover that you have spent more than you budgeted on
your wedding gown (it happens to the best of us), your accessory budget will
most likely now be zero. Don’t fret! Just
simply rent your accessories from happilyeverborrowed.com.
This online treasure chest will save you about 80 percent on gorgeous wedding
jewelry, tiaras, clutches and veils.
Frugal
flowers
It’s no secret — flowers are another huge wedding
expense. While creating your own floral masterpieces may seem like an economical
option, let’s stop and really think about this for a moment. During one of the
busiest times in your life, does this DIY solution really seem practical? If
your schedule allows it, great! If not, there are a number of websites
like bridesign.com and fiftyflowers.com that offer a hybrid solution. These
companies prepare all of your flower needs based on your color combinations and
choice of bridesmaid dresses. Premade arrangements are then shipped to you
directly, covering everything from the boutonnieres, to the bouquets, to the
center pieces. All have reasonably priced packages that can be adjusted to the
size of your bridal party and event.
Ask
for help
Lastly, do not hesitate to ask your family and friends
for help. Tens of thousands of brides add cash-gift funds to their wedding
registries on MyRegistry.com. Doing so helps to cover some wedding expenses,
honeymoon costs and the purchasing of other items necessary for your big day.
You can keep your wedding fund together with your other gifts, and your family
and friends can contribute by using a credit card. Many couples are marrying later
in life and do not really need a lot of new appliances. However, they do not
want to compromise on the wedding itself. In any scenario, your guests will be
happy knowing that they are directly contributing to the most important day of
your life and helping to make it even better!
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