Plan A Wedding On A Budget With These Tips

So, finally, the big day of your life has come when you are ready to tie the knot with the most special person of your life. But wait a minute!! Are you not willing to burn a big hole in your pocket and are looking for an economic & budget wedding? If yes, then we have you covered. 

From choosing a perfect wedding date to go digital with the invitations, we are here to save your money on your big day. In this blog, we are sharing some of the major tips that will help you plan your wedding on a budget. Keep reading to know:

Budget Wedding Planning Tips

The average cost of a wedding lies somewhere between 10-12 lakhs that can be a big deal for many couples. In the process of planning a budget wedding, you may have already started thinking of ways to save money without compromising on styles as well as want to keep track of your finances to plan accordingly. Find out how can you plan a budget wedding:

1. Figure Out Your Budget First - To stick to a budget for a wedding, it is necessary to make a budget first. Talk with your partner and try to find out which expenses can be ignored on the wedding day and which cannot. Make a list accordingly and once you have the lump sum of your budget, look at your financial capability and assign a budget by dividing it up. It completely depends on how you prioritize the different aspects of your big day.
    
2. Hire a Wedding Planner - It may seem strange but hiring wedding planners, Jaipur can actually help you stick to the budget and plan a wedding accordingly. It has various benefits such as they maintain strong contacts with the local vendors, so can help you with discounts. Also, can guide you to save money in many ways which only a professional industry insider can do.
    
3. Download Online Budget Tracker -While thinking of a budget wedding, staying stick to your budget can make a big difference to your pocket. If you are not an expert in financial planning, let online wedding budget tools help you. Just download, install & sign up for them. They can help you track payments, or divide your budget accordingly.
    
4. Choose Wedding Date Wisely - If you are not in a hurry to get married, you can end up saving serious money by planning your wedding on weekdays or during the off-season. While demands & prices are quite higher for weekends, it is great to marry on weekdays. Many venues offer discounts during the weekdays and off-season. Begin your search now.
    
5. Go For a Brunch Wedding - It may sound different but hosting a brunch wedding can help you save lots of your money on your big day. There are many cost-cutting advantages of a brunch wedding i.e. earlier in the day. Some venues offer lower rates for morning or early afternoon weddings, especially on weekdays.
    
6. Tell Vendors About Your Budget -Some people hesitate while negotiating prices with the local vendors for a budget wedding but you shouldn’t. It is better to keep your vendors aware of how much you can spend and adjust their packages as per your suitability.
    
7. Trip Guest List - Believe it or not, you can save a big part of your budget by just trimming your guest list. Remember, you are required to spend on food, drinks, accommodation and many more expenses for each guest. To cut down the cost, consider planning an intimate wedding with your close ones, instead of a big event.
    
8. Carefully Select Wedding Venue -While planning on a budget wedding, you would be surprised to know that around one-third of the total budget goes to the venue. So be careful while choosing a wedding place as it can make a big difference when it comes to saving money. Consider all-inclusive venues and negotiate with the decoration charges. Pick venues with natural beauty or pre-decorations to avoid extra decor efforts.
   
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9. Be Smart With DIYs - Though DIY can be a frustrating & time-consuming process, it can be a great way for couples to plan a budget wedding, only if you are smart about it. Leave important things like photography or catering onto the wedding planners, Jaipur, and focus on showing your skills in other preparations. For example, homemade cookies for guest bonbonniere or set up a dessert table with color drapes or flowers. Make some creative place tags or signages etc.
    
10. Send Digital Wedding Cards - By sending e-cards or digital wedding cards, you can save a pretty satisfying amount. Traditional wedding invitations include costs for materials, printing & postage. So stop thinking about them and be trendy with digital invitations to cut the wedding costs.

These are some tips that can help you save money and plan a wedding on a budget. Keep them in mind if your wedding day is close.