Wedding costs occupy most brides’ minds. The cost of a traditional wedding is staggering, and most couples can’t accumulate the funds needed to pay for the event in the year or so they plan to be engaged. Engaged couples are coming up with some creative ways to reduce the overall cost of getting married.
According to the US-based National Association of Catering Executives, members report decreases in the overall spending on weddings. They’re currently seeing a 12% cancellation rate, primarily due to the worsening economy in the US. Caterers also report an increase in the number of Friday and Sunday weddings, and an increase in the number of afternoon ceremonies.
To reduce costs, brides are reducing everything from the size of the guest list to the size of the wedding party. By cutting down on the size of the wedding party, brides reduce the cost of gifts given to the honour attendants.
Brides are also trimming dress costs by buying used dresses, buying dresses online and substituting ivory-coloured bridesmaids dresses for the wedding dress. Limiting liquor costs by reducing the choices available at the bar is another favourite reduction.
Brides are also finding excellent savings by renting greenery from the local nursery instead of spending their money on floral arrangements for the wedding and reception. Overall, brides are reducing their expenses and looking for ways to trim their costs while still enjoying a traditional wedding and reception.
Ordering invitations online is a great way to reduce the cost of printing for wedding invitations. Kardella also offers a full line of do-it-yourself wedding invitation kits, low-cost traditional invitations, and custom designed invitations for those who want to splurge.
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