The best
advice we offer brides on budgets is "Spend where you need to, save where
you can".
Couples who
come to us for ideas on how to save money without crushing their bridal dreams
find wonderful and practical ideas. Done
in the right places, there are many ways to save costs and take nothing away
from the wedding they have planned.
Because
receptions tend to be the biggest ticket items, major savings can be realized
through some minor adjustments. Consider
these!
1. Find a location that both fits the occasion
and requires very little decorating enhancements. Many spots are fine the way they are. If a bride is determined to add to the decor,
most wedding planners would agree that creating one large decorative element is
not only dramatic, but also more budget friendly than a dozen or so smaller
elements scattered about the room.
2. When planning for decor enhancements, always
imagine the room full. We counsel brides
not to spend money on decor items that only the first few guests walking in
will see. Don't waste money decorating
the skirting of any tables. Think
tabletop and up!
3. During receptions, caterers will say that
people tend to take less food if it is passed by the wait staff than if it is
placed on a buffet table. This also
tends to be true about beverages like champagne or a special themed
cocktail. The good news about this
factor is that less food and liquor can be ordered and your guests still feel
pampered.
4. If you feel you must serve a sit down dinner,
we suggest that you consider instead of ordering one high end entree consider
half portions of two main entree items.
For example ordering half portions each of prime rib and chicken breast,
you will likely bring down the cost per plate while offering guests a selection
with depth.
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