How to plan a wedding on a Budget - top 10 tricks

You recently got engaged and living in pre-marital bliss! However, the thought of planning a wedding could be overwhelming, especially when taking all the costs into consideration. Please don’t fret! We got you covered. 

Planning a beautiful wedding on a budget is totally doable with the right strategies! Here are 10 top tricks to make it happen:

1. Set a Realistic Budget (and Stick to It!)

• Decide on a total amount you're willing to spend.

• Prioritize what matters most (i.e., venue, food, photography).

2. Trim the Guest List

• Fewer guests mean lower costs for catering, invitations, and venue.

• Consider a more intimate wedding with close family and friends.

3. Choose an Off-Peak Date

• Venues and vendors charge less for weekday or off-season weddings (winter or early spring). 

• Thursdays and Sundays are the best days as a more affordable option

4. DIY Where You Can

• Make your own invitations using online design tools like Canva. Use e-vites or wedding websites instead of paper invitations, to track RSVPs. 

• DIY centerpieces and decorations using budget-friendly materials.

• Scour places like Facebook Marketplace to find decorations for cheap, from couples selling post-wedding

5. Find an Affordable Venue

• Consider community halls instead of traditional venues.

• Look for venues that allow you to bring your own catering/alcohol.

• Explore up-and-coming event venues for inexpensive rental costs. 

6. Opt for a Non-Traditional Catering Option

• Buffets, food trucks, or family-style meals can be more affordable than plated dinners.

• Consider a brunch or afternoon wedding with lighter (cheaper) meal options.

• Do research on which companies that can rent out cutlery, plates, glasses

7. Buy a Secondhand or Off-the-Rack Dress and Suits

• The number one thing couples tend to regret spending money on is a wedding dress or suit

• Check out pre-loved wedding dresses and suits, or affordable brands.

• Rent a dress or suit, instead of buying one.

• Scour thrift stores and charity shops - they often have unique and stunning options.

• When you save on the price of your wedding attires, you can locate a local seamstress for alterations for cheap. 

8. Skip the Big Cake & Expensive Flowers

• Consider cupcakes, donuts, or a dessert bar instead.

• Instead of going to a florist, think of buying your flowers in bulk from places like Costco, and create bouquets,boutonnière, and centre pieces to your liking. 

9. Negotiate with Vendors

• Ask for discounts, package deals, or trade-offs (e.g., fewer hours of photography).

• Book emerging photographers, DJs or local talents instead of high-end vendors.

10. Consider using Savoir Fêtes Affordable Wedding Day Coordinator Service!

• Planning a wedding is stressful enough, you should enjoy your special day as the main characters!

• Having a Wedding Day Coordinator (WDC) provides peace of mind:

  • Your WDC will help set up and decorate your venue.

  • Your WDC will deal with all problems and troubleshooting, while you enjoy the motions of getting ready, taking part in your customs, chatting with your guests and posing for pictures.

  • Your WDC will be the go-to person, when it comes to dealing and communication with vendors and guests.

• A Savoir Fêtes WDC will provide everything you need to have a seamless and delightful wedding. 

Interested in seeing if Savoir Fêtes is a good fit? Let’s chat! We can help with brainstorming a specific budget-friendly, yet creative wedding plan 😊