Wedding Ideas on a Budget

Simple Tips That Will Save You a Bundle!

If you're a budget conscious bride, these simple wedding ideas on a budget will help you save a ton of money.

Most weddings these days cost anywhere between $10,000 to 30,000! But if you just buckle down and do a little extra work, then you can have that dream wedding you've always wanted but for half the cost.

Tip #1 -The Flowers
First things first, let's talk 'flower power'. If you're like most brides, you'll start planning your wedding 6 months to a year or even 2 years in advance.

Guess what? That's plenty of time to plant and grow your own flowers for the wedding.

You'll save hundreds of dollars just by simply planning ahead. You can plant your own flowers in your backyard and the best part is that in addition to saving money, you get to watch them grow.

Don't know how to arrange them? No probem! An unlimited sea of knowledge on this subject can be found right on Youtube.

Tip #2 - The Cake
Wedding cakes aren't cheap. One of the easiest wedding ideas on a budget here is buy your cake from your local supermarket.

You can find the toppers you want at any hobby store or even online, and if you choose the right supermarket, they can make exactly what you want at a fraction of the price of a caterer.

Tip #3- Decorations
Use white lights and tulle in your ceremony venue. You'll have an elegant and romantic feel and these items are cheap but they won't look cheap.

You can find greenery and fake flowers for next to nothing, and these are simple tools to add color and warmth to your reception hall.

For the reception, you may want to consider making your own table centerpieces and favors. There are also a lot of choices for affordable wedding favor ideas for you to consider as well.

Tip #4- The Invitations
Nope, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg for invitations. These days there are all kinds of computer programs with incredible templates you can use to design and print your own inivitations. Save a bundle by doing this.

Tip #5- The Dress

One of the best wedding ideas on a budget I can send your way is all about your gown.

Most brides think their only option is to buy a dress from a local boutique. If you do this, rest assured you're going to pay about triple what you should for it. (Read more about why that markup is so high here.)

The best way to get a high quality wedding dress for less is to have your dress made in China and have it shipped to you -- all for a fraction of the price.

There are several online companies that do this, but the only one I recommend is Dream Wedding Dresses. In addition to their excellent workmanship, they also have exceptional customer service. (Read more about them here.)

And another great thing is that because they will make your gown according to your specific measurements, you most likely won't need alterations which can get a little pricey too!

Now that's one of the best wedding ideas on a budget you'll ever find!

Tip #6- The Food
It's time to think outside of the box on this one. Again, plan ahead and you're golden.

Choose the menu you want to have at your reception and make and freeze these dishes weeks in advance. The key is to prepare a little each week so you won't be overwhelmed.

Buy veggie platters, fruit platters and dips and salads at your local supermarket and transfer them to elegant platters you can borrow from friends.

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I've listed a few simple and super easy wedding ideas on a budget that will help you save a lot of cash for your wedding.

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Next- Read all about Inexpensive Wedding Gowns and where to find them!