Just because everyone is feeling the pinch of this economy does not mean you have to sacrifice your wedding day.  I am devoting a series of posts to Budget Weddings.  In these post’s I will make fun and practical suggestions to keep your wedding personal and under budget.  Be sure to leave a comment on your ideas and suggestions.

This week our budget is $10,000.

Many things can inspire you for your beautiful wedding.  Be sure to make it personal and unique.   Here is the story our “bride with a budget” gave me to plan her wedding.

“Jacks and I go for brunch every Sat. morning.  Sometimes we include our friends but others it is just the two of us.  I really love our brunch dates.  I also adore the warm summer weather and really want an outdoor garden wedding but I am concerned about the heat, especially since we will have some elderly guests.  Our relationship has always been very romantic and I would love to express that at our wedding.”

What a fun Challenge!  Since our bride wanted an outdoor summer wedding (in KY) we decided to go with a fun brunch.  The outdoor garden ceremony will begin at 10:30am – just before the heat of the day arrives.  Followed by a hearty brunch, complete with mimosa’s.

Attire:  Limit to 2 attendants per side.  This will cut some costs on gifts and keep with the relaxed, romantic garden wedding theme.

J. Crew Silk Tricotine Gracie Gown $395

Liz Rena Couture “Melissa” $87

J. Crew Aldridge Suit $491 (With vest and dark tie)

Rockport Nausori $75

Total Spend on Wedding Attire: $1,048

Remaining Budget $8,952

Next Post will be focus on your location.