5 Ways to Cut Wedding Costs

Have you set your wedding budget? Is it more than you were planning on spending? Many couples are faced with the struggle of having the wedding they want, but not having the means to make it happen.

Here are 5 ways to cut wedding costs!

1. Entertainment Bundles

   1. When booking multiple services with the same company, discounts are typically offered. Services that Complete KC offers are DJs, Photography, Videography, Photobooth, and Up-lighting. We can help you build your custom package to fit your needs and budget.

2. DIY Decor

   1. Simple Centerpieces
   2. DIY Vases
      1. Some restaurants will give away wine bottles for free. These can be painted or embellished.
   3. DIY Guest Gifts
      1. Seed bombs, homemade chocolates, DIY cups, cookies – several inexpensive gift ideas for your guests.

3. Go Paperless

   1. Paperless Invitations, RSVPs, & Thank You Cards
      1. Evite
      2. Punchbowl
      3. Minted
      4. Facebook Events
      5. Many others

4. The Less, the Merrier

   1. Consider Having a Smaller Crowd
      1. Having less guests could end up saving you hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Dinner is a cost per head, as is alcohol. You’d be surprised how quickly it adds up!
   2. The Gown
      1. Department Stores
      2. White Dresses that Aren’t Titled as Wedding Gowns
         1. Embellish a white dress with accessories such as a rhinestone belt, tulle, sequins, or a ribbon.
      3. Watch for Big Sales
         1. Black Friday
         2. End of Wedding Season – Many dresses are heavily discounted at the end of the typical wedding season.
      4. Previously Owned
         1. Recent brides often sell their just worn dress for significantly less than store cost.

There are SO many ways to cut wedding costs. Be careful to not buy things that you don’t necessarily need, such as customized napkins, huge floral centerpieces, or expensive guest gifts. Most businesses will negotiate cost with you because they want your business. Don’t forget the most important part of this all, ENJOY IT! 😊