Weddings can be expensive. Not all will be to the same level, but it’s a fact of planning these events, which can put some people off them entirely.
However, not every person who plans a wedding will care about the same things. In fact, this subjective element can lead to a great amount of financial freedom. If you know for a fact that you’re not as interested in, say, the catering as someone else, that means you can take that money and put it into something that you are more interested in, all while coming up with a creative solution for what you’re diverting funds from.
The Venue and Party
Perhaps what you care most about is the setting of the day itself, where it’s taking place, and what kind of form it takes. Some people might be content to veer funds away from this if they feel as though the day will be special regardless of where they are, but others might feel as though the setting has more of an impact. Researching different wedding venues can help you to find one that aligns with your own wishes, whether that’s something formal and sophisticated or more immersed in nature.
The direction that you take in regard to the kind of setting that you choose will likely inform the tone of the party. This can help you to decide whether you want to include additional activities such as axe-throwing or karaoke, as well as how you will handle accommodation for guests.
Catering and Drinks
The kind of catering that you get for your wedding will also naturally depend on your preferences. If you’re a fan of the very glamorous type of wedding, a sit-down meal could form a core part of the day. However, if you’re hoping that the party will be a more relaxed and fun kind of event, then you might want to consider a food truck as an option to keep people satiated, which can also help you cut down on costs.
The same kind of mentality might apply to how you handle the bar. You might want to cover the total costs of drinks, just an introductory drink, or none at all. It’s important that you don’t feel a sense of obligation here to always be as generous as possible, as this is an area where prices can rack up.
Pre-Parties and Honeymoons
Every wedding is different. Some will follow very traditional routes in relation to pre-wedding parties for the bride(s) or groom(s), and others will forego these entirely or have something generally different from what is expected. The same is true of honeymoons. For many people, the honeymoon is often where the bulk of the budget is directed, as this is a time for the married couple to embark on an adventure together. There is room to put more money from the wedding budget into this period of travelling and have the party itself be a more humble affair. This can also apply to cutting back on those pre-wedding parties and resisting the urge to make them as lavish as possible, especially if you’re just hoping to spend some time with your friends before the wedding.
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