May 22, 2013
Wedding Reception Ideas for the Budget
Getting married does not have to eat up your entire savings account or
put you into extreme credit card debt. A wedding reception can often be
the biggest expense of the entire event, Cheap Homecoming Dresses 2013 but
with a little forethought and creativity you can have an elegant,
memorable day that meets your budget and your expectations. Too keep
costs low, you can look at various alternatives for the venue, the
decorations, the food, and the entertainment.
The venue for your wedding reception can be anything from a
multi-purpose room at a church, a local park, or a scenic country club.
If you are getting married in a church, ask if there is a room where you
can hold your after-ceremony festivities. Often these rooms will have
tables and chairs available for use, and many times there will be a
kitchen available as well. Local parks are beautiful in the spring and
summer, and many have pavilions or clubhouses that are available for
rent. Also, if you or a relative have a membership to a country club or
golf course, you may be able to secure the banquet facilities at a
discount. Since you can typically customize the décor to the venue, you
can have a wedding reception almost anywhere.
Another way you can trim expenses from your wedding reception Party Dresses Sale budget
is to be frugal with décor choices. That does not mean things have to
look cheap or unattractive, but it does mean that you may need to get
creative with your options. If you have lots of time to plan, consider
shopping off-season for décor items that you will need. For instance, if
you are planning a winter wedding, purchase white lights after
Christmas the year before and save them. Taking a little extra time can
save you between 50% and 75% off the cost of your decorations. Also, try
to think outside of the box. Just because a vase is meant for flowers
does not mean you cannot use it for floating candles.
When it comes to the food, you can cut wedding reception expenses by
making a few key changes to the menu. First of all, have you considered
just serving cake or punch? Also, you could just serve hors d and simple
cocktails. If you want to serve a full meal, consider a buffet service
or hiring an independent caterer. Choosing less expensive entrees will
also help trim costs and keep you on track. Additionally, your cake does
not have to be the most expensive one available. Look at independent
bakeries and even Bridesmaid Dressesgrocery store bakery departments. Often their cakes look and taste just as good as their high-dollar counterparts.
Entertainment is very important at a reception. Hiring a band is rarely
an option, but hiring a DJ can be a good alternative. You might also
consider hiring a musically inclined friend to man a stereo system for a
more simple, yet crowd friendly, alternative.
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