Bridal Starter

A few tips, and more are coming

Wedding Gowns Check out using or buying a second hand gown.  Save hundreds of dollars and no one has to know where you bought it.   Look for sales on last years styles.  Remember to ask if the alterations are included. Invitations So many more brides are sending out handmade invitations.  Go to the next level and instead of including a RSVP card and stamped envelope.  Provide them with a website address or email to RSVP.  Using the web is no longer tacky, it is a much better way to receive RSVPs on time. Photography Try hiring a photographer for only the ceremony and have friends and family take the pictures at the reception. The Reception The largest cost of the whole wedding.  But many options to cut back.   Try to have a open bar for only beer, wine and soda (you can also minimize the time frame - stop 1 hour after dinner) Buffet instead of sit down served dinner. Elect for a lunch like menu with a reception earlier in the day. Choose a Friday night or Sunday for the wedding. Wedding Bands Choose sterling silver instead of white gold Favors Make your favors and decorations your self Approach local vendors, see if they will provide favors at wholesale cost with their label also on the favor (good advertisement)