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.
With the economy is such a scary state at the moment it is hard to ask anyone to fork over hundreds of dollars to be a part of your wedding party. Let’s face it, most of the time your bridesmaid will never wear that beautiful gown again and the tux rental is just that – a rental. I think we are all feeling the brunt of the economy woes, why not be considerate of your bridal party, when it comes to their expenses.