Have you always dreamed of an elaborate wedding reception, but settled for a simple one to save money and/or time? Well, you shouldn't give up on your dreams. Your wedding is a special day and you don't want to look back and wish you had done things differently. It is in your best interest to create a wedding that will be memorable and happy for you. Contrary to popular belief, a celebrity-style wedding reception doesn't have to mean cleaning out your bank account. By using some unconventional resources, you can have a wedding reception comparable to a celebrity reception, but without the high cost.
Get organized:
Before you can actually start putting together a celebrity-style wedding reception, you need to get organized. Think about what you want. At this stage, don't worry about how much things will cost. When you get to the buying stage, you will be able to determine what is possible or not. The main items you should include on your list are the wedding venue, decorations, food and drink, cards, decorations and music.
Call the troops:
If you want to save money on your wedding reception, skip hiring a professional. These individuals are usually highly skilled at what they do and their fees prove it! Your best bet is to find people who are willing to help you for free. You should look no further than your family and friends. Get the services of as many people as possible. This includes children. Children can be especially helpful with repetitive crafts, so include them in your wedding reception plans. Don't wait until the last minute to ask for help. Let people know in advance that you will need them to help with the wedding reception.
Time to shop:
With your list of wedding reception ideas in hand, it's time to start shopping. The venue for your wedding reception will probably be the most expensive part of the reception. Cheap alternatives that don't look cheap include restaurants and church halls. If you decide to host your wedding reception in a restaurant, make sure you can use your own cutlery, plates and glasses. You can pick up elegant versions at discount stores for less than $100, depending on the number of guests you're inviting. Simplify the food at your wedding reception by having three options for your guests to choose from when they RSVP to your invitation. Caters charge less when you order by the plate. As an added touch, you can place a delicious assortment of divinity on each table. Hobby shops offer the best prices for your ornaments and decorations. You can find design ideas that you and your units can create for very little. Placecards are not necessary, but if you have assigned people to tables, placecards will help people find their table. You can create your own wedding reception placecards by purchasing inexpensive greeting card software and elegant paper. You will need an inkjet printer to print the cards. If you don't know someone who can offer you a cheap price for wedding reception music, skip the DJ and live band. Making several CDs of different popular love songs is a cheaper option.
A wedding dinner with the wedding party (bride, groom, bridesmaids, groomsmen, parents) just before the wedding ceremony is traditional. It's a good idea to invite your helpers to the wedding party either for this dinner or for a separate fun event. At this event, you should show your appreciation for helping to make your wedding reception the best!
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