Weddings can be extremely expensive, and not only for the couple footing the bill, but for everyone included; the bridal party, the families and the wedding guests. In the chaos of organizing and managing a wedding, it’s easy to forget about the guests’ expenses. If you’re planning on cutting costs for your wedding it’s only fair to help your guests cut theirs as well. Here are a few ways you can keep your wedding day a low-cost affair:
Keep it Simple – It seems like the idea of ‘Keeping up with the Joneses’ has spread onto the wedding scene, and brides are always trying to go bigger and better. Engagement parties have regained popularity in the past few years, and some brides will expect gifts for engagement parties, bridal showers and bachelorette parties, which can get extremely expensive. If you’d like to host multiple parties before your big day, let guests know they are not obligated to come or to bring a gift if you think it will cause any financial strain.
Drop the Destination Ideas – Destination weddings can be a great idea if you are having a small wedding and are sure that your guests can afford a mini impromptu vacation, but if you are planning on inviting any friends or family who are still in school, have recently lost a job or have recently had children, you may be asking too much of your guests.
Out of town Guests – While it’s best to keep your wedding in the city where most of your guests live, there will inevitably be a few out-of-towners to accommodate. Ideally, if you have the space, invite out of town guests to stay with you or your family. If not, try to negotiate a hotel block with the lowest possible prices. Another thoughtful idea is to include a special note to out of town guests saying that you would consider their attendance their gift to you.
Consider the Kids – Kids don’t always have fun at weddings; they don’t understand the traditions, they may feel uncomfortable in their dress clothes, and often times they get bored and antsy. While some brides would rather host a kid-free event, babysitters can be expensive, especially for four to six hours on a weekend. One great idea is to hire a few teenagers to watch the kids during the reception, so the kids can have fun and be supervised while their parents are enjoying the festivities.
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