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How To Plan A Wedding On A Budget

How To Plan A Wedding On A Budget

It’s no secret that weddings can be expensive. From planning to execution, we have all heard about ceremonies that cost thousands upon thousands of dollars. But does your 2021 wedding have to cost this much? Absolutely not! There are plenty of great ways to save money and still have the 2021 wedding of your dreams. If you want to plan a wonderful wedding without breaking the bank, here are some helpful tips for how to get married on a budget.

Your 2021 Guide to Planning a Wedding on a Budget

1. Start Saving With Your Engagement and Wedding Rings

Arguably one of the biggest expenses that you’ll come across when you’re anticipating getting married is the money you spend on your engagement and wedding rings. Creating more room in your budget for your wedding starts with saving money on all aspects of it, including your rings! Set aside some time to look for affordable engagement rings and wedding bands. Alternative stones like moissanite look just like diamonds but cost a fraction of the price.

2. 2021 Elopements on the Rise

A great way to have your dream 2021 wedding on a budget is to simply elope. With so much craziness in 2020 more couples are ditching the big, traditional wedding. Instead, they are jetting off to their favorite destination for an intimate elopement. Here are some great 2021 elopement ideas.

• Boho desert elopement
• Romantic & intimate Amalfi Coast Elopement
• Spring elopement in your favorite vineyard
• Rustic & enchanting woodland elopement
• Elope in a National Park
• Find an epic backdrop, cause hey! You still want amazing photos!!
• At home elopement
• Jet off to Ireland to the perfect setting in nature. Castle ruin for background, why not?

Stay tuned for a new post featuring everything you need to know about eloping in 2021. And another post with 25 epic 2021 elopement destinations and ideas. 

3. Look Into More Affordable Dress Options

Another major expense? Dresses! From the bridal shower to the bachelorette party, ceremony, reception, and even the honeymoon, you’ll likely want new clothes for each event. Don’t fall into the trap of believing the perfect dress has to be expensive. Whether you want an alternative style or something a little more traditional, there are plenty of affordable bridal dresses available.

4. What Type of Wedding Are You Planning? How Can You Save Money on the Essentials?

Beyond rings and dresses, we have one major item to consider: what type of wedding are you planning? Are you wanting to host a small wedding at your local church? Is there a venue nearby you could book? Or, perhaps, you may want to host a backyard wedding to save money and stay safe. The venue is the first major consideration to make when you’re looking to avoid going over budget.

Next, you’ll want to focus on what your wedding is going to look like (i.e. your decorations and other essentials). This can include:

• Bridal party gifts
• Fun decorations like wedding balloons, streamers, and other party items
• Dinnerware and drinkware
• Entertainment
• Catering
• Seating and tables

Shoestring Wedding Budget? No Problem! You CAN Have A Dream Wedding on a Small Budget!

Even though the list above can seem like it would cost a lot, there are almost always budget-friendly alternatives to more costly items and services. For example, budget store dining ware and other decorative items from your local dollar store can look amazing if you’re able to find the right products. You can also get wedding supplies in bulk, which will help you save on costs.

When it comes to 2021 weddings, the sky doesn’t have to be the cost limit. If you’re concerned about overspending for your big day, use the guide above to target generally expensive areas of 2021 wedding planning and find more affordable alternatives that will fit the bill for you!

Create your account on The Aisle Wedding Directory today! Use the budget calculator, guest list manager, find vendors, and more. An incredible place to help you with the 2021 wedding planning.