The first big decision to make when planning your wedding is notably unromantic.  However, your budget will dictate almost every other aspect of your wedding, and it must be addressed up front.  It will dictate how many guests you can invite and the vendors you can choose.   Many couples today are funding their own nuptials, so [...]

Simply gorgeous. 

Oh – and the bride’s bouquet – none other than my favorite under-rated bloom – carnations.  The best way to have a huge impact with these budget-friendly flowers is to keep other blooms limited, or better yet – completely banish them – from your arrangments.  If people see the soft ruffles of carnation petals [...]

I recently heard about a wedding with fourteen bridesmaids. I think it is the most attendants I’ve heard of a bride or groom having, and while I certainly think a bride can have as many attendants as she wants, it brought to mind a few thoughts on attendants in general.
1. Bridesmaids (and groomsmen) [...]

Most brides want to serve a meal at their reception (although this is very much a modern trend and not necessary if you’re on a budget!). Shifting your reception from dinner to lunch can save you a bundle, and there are lots of other benefits of well.Some of the benefits of earlier receptions:

Many of your [...]

It is impossible to discuss budget without discussing venue, so despite the many posts I could make on budget, let’s move on to the most important factor in your budget: Venue.

Why is venue so important? Well – because it will have few contenders when you’re looking at the single largest item in your budget. This [...]