Remember the days, when you were young and used to dream about your Big Day full of pomp and show with a touch of royalty. Prince charming and sweet princess ready to exchange the rings in front of their loved ones. And, suddenly, you realize it’s not that easy. Well, not anymore, in this blog we are going to discuss pocket-friendly ideas that will fit in shallow pockets to plan a budget wedding in India.
To monitor and cut out unnecessary costs, you would require to closely monitor the requirements. And, slash out the extra layers that could be avoided. After all, an enchanting decor, bewitching attire, and catering services, and gifts come with a big price inscription.
We have prepared an exclusive list for the bride-to-be and groom-to-be. This list would help you to intelligently cut down unnecessary expenses and plan a budget wedding in India.
Draft Your Wedding Budget
‘Planning to fail is failing to plan’. A well-drafted plan can help to carefully mark the necessary expenses and arrange your budget wedding. Write down the available amount and list of negotiable and non-negotiable items. Prepare a realistic budget. Segregate expenses and prescribe a part of the budget according to the respective nature of the expense.
One thing not to miss out, you also need a part of your money for post-marriage expenses. So keep this in mind to limit to a certain amount and then plan your budget wedding in India.
Decide And Book Your Venue
Choosing a venue closer to your location, to save the cost of hiring buses and rental cars. Booking your venue months before would help to save from the heat of escalated seasoned price.
Compare multiple quotes, services included, and choose a venue that is in close proximity and provides the best service in a considerable amount.
Make Off-Season Purchase
As we all know, sellers guzzle up the prices of on-demand products and services. Buy your exclusive wedding attire and other shopping lists in an Off-season.
There would be chances that you might get discounts from your desired brands. Who otherwise would come with a bigger price inscription on them.
Create A Prudent Guest List
Think wisely, do you really need to invite 500 people when you are running low on budget? Invite people who are foremost important such as relatives, cousins, and close friends.
Send e-invitations instead of speed posting or visiting them personally. Don’t forget to choose a marriage card that is beautiful, simple, and creative.
Cut Down Expense on Flowers
While making the list of necessary items to successfully execute each step of your wedding and preparing the required itineraries you would be astonished by the cost and expenses on simple things like flower decoration.
No doubt that flowers could enhance the beauty of the venue manifolds, but we should also not forget that we are planning a budget wedding. Hence, it is prudent to limit the flower decoration. Use flowers when it is necessary, and use your creativity such as using colorful re-usable decoratives to lighten up the venue or choose a venue that does not need much decoration.
Be Your Own DJ
Yes, you read it right, don’t hire a DJ, instead, ask your music lover friend to become a DJ. Doing this will help you to save a considerable amount. Additionally, you will get a chance to know the music taste of your loved ones.
Prepare a playlist with the help of friends and family. Hand over to your DJ friend and you are ready to rock-on!
Choose Seasonal Constituents
Slashing less insignificant costs is not at all shameful. However, you need to make sure that you are doing this intelligently. Use seasonal flowers for the decoration.
Choose catering items that are seasonal and would not burn a hole in your budget. Also, sit with the catering manager to plan out a wise catering list. Here, you should note that don’t overdo this. Think cleverly and plan accordingly to make the best out of limited resources.
Lastly,
With the above suggestions, you are all set up to enjoy your Big-day. Revise and finalize your list as and when necessary and keep a certain amount for unanticipated expenses. Use your mother’s or grand mother’s jewelry, if available. You can also choose to take it on rent, instead of buying the whole set.
Make your priority list, and work accordingly. Take the help of your family and be open to more ideas, and ask for help if needed. Don’t over-do anything, be it catering or jewelry. Use your time and hidden creativity to make your big day memorable and cost-effective.
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