Thinking about maybe another credit card or something. I need help. We want to have the wedding this January but arent sure if we will have all the money together.
2007-08-21 05:09:41 · 12 answers · asked by cninaz 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
The best advice I can give you is to set priorities and cut out any expenses that are not absolutely crucial to having a wonderful wedding. I got married & took a honeymoon for only $1400 by wearing my grandmother's wedding dress, limiting the bridal party to one witness each, having a private, late morning wedding and a picnic lunch for family, then a cake and punch only "open house reception" (no booze, no ice sculptures, no favors), skipping the unity candle, pew bows, etc., and using the talents of friends and family for flower arrangements, music, etc.
Make sure you put photography as a top priority, though.
In this way, you will limit unnecessary costs and still have the perfect wedding.
2007-08-21 05:17:55 · answer #1 · answered by sparki777 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Don't have a big wedding. The marriage is the important part. You could just go the city hall and get married and then have a small reception for your friends and family after. Or eloping to Las Vegas, New Orleans or Jamaca would really cut costs. Do not put the wedding on credit cards, being in debt is a bad way to start your life together.
2007-08-21 05:17:43 · answer #2 · answered by blkjewishgal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can ask close family and friends to help. Tell them that instead of a gift, you would like a donation towards the wedding. Or ask if they can make food, decorations, cake, etc. instead of a gift. You can also do just a cake and punch reception. You can save lots of money that you can put towards things like the reception hall. Some places require cash or personal check for payments/deposits. You might look into getting a small personal loan instead of getting a credit card. That way you aren't tempted to overspend on the card and use it for non-wedding stuff.
Just think about the things that are truly important to you at the wedding. If decorations, food, wedding favors, etc. are really putting you over your budget then cut one or all of them out.
2007-08-21 05:38:19 · answer #3 · answered by LSU_Tiger23 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like the others here have said, the easiest way is to just have a smaller wedding. However, if money's still tight or you want something bigger, I've heard of couples getting money from companies by advertising at their wedding, like a little plug in the invitations or something. It might be a little tacky if done wrong, but if you find a way to do it tastefully you could make a bit of extra money.
But I'd go with a nice, simple ceremony and party. Have fun!
2007-08-21 05:29:43 · answer #4 · answered by Ahni 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep it simple! Ask family and friends to bring food for the reception, and have it at someones large home. Don't go into debt, whatever you do. Borrow items from someone who has recently gotten married. Lots of people use silk flowers now, and might still have some you can borrow. For a cake, ask a creative baker you know, or call a local cooking school. Rent other items you can't borrow. A wedding can be simple and be very tasteful and memorable at the same time.
2007-08-21 05:21:01 · answer #5 · answered by N L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not start your wedding in debt. That is the worst thing you can do! Money is the number one cause for divorce in this country!
Just keep it simple and remember that it is all about your future life with your future spouse. No one is going to remember if you had chicken or steak, or roses or carnations.
Keep it small, invite those that are closest to you and love you.
Have a simple ceremony and maybe dessert reception with cake and punch and other deserts - cookies, brownies etc.
Or light fare such as finger sandwiches and munchies.
Or a continental breakfast with muffins, bagels, quiche etc.
Or ask friends and loved ones to pitch in. Most people would be honored to help. Maybe ask some friends to make some of their favorite dishes to bring, and crafty ones can help with flowers etc.
Good luck and remember, its just a day. Marriage lasts a lifetime and debt can suck the life right out of it.
Good luck!
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2007-08-21 07:29:38 · answer #6 · answered by cav74 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask some famly for help! January is a good month for negotiating with caterers because they dont get a ton of business after the first so make sure you let them know you called around and so and so is cheapier and see what they can do for you! Also halls as well! Just try to keep your flowers cheap! Also photographers and djs too they will drop the price because of the month as long as its not on new years!! Good Luck!!
2007-08-21 05:20:39 · answer #7 · answered by RedSoxRock!!! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-08 23:18:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A truly "old fashioned wedding" is simple and does not put the new couple into debt.
When my parents got married, my mom wore her nicest dress and my dad wore his best suit. Their rings were from Sears. The reception was in my grandparent's back yard.
They might have spent 100 bucks total.
They've been married 53 years.
2007-08-21 12:11:46 · answer #9 · answered by Bucky 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do NOT use credit. Only plan and have the style of wedding and number of guests the two of you CAN afford. Simple as that.
2007-08-22 04:43:26 · answer #10 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋