A morning ceremony followed by an outdoor brunch is a wonderful way to throw a beautiful, budget-friendly wedding. By holding your wedding earlier in the day, or on a Sunday, some vendors might be willing to bargain.
The Reception: A brunch buffet may or may not be cheaper than dinner, but you’ll certainly save on alcohol. Guests will drink less earlier in the day, and you can get by with only two alcoholic options – mimosas and bloody Mary’s. Place a crossword puzzle and pencil at each seat – a perfect detail for Sunday brunch, and something you can print off your own computer at home.
The Flowers: From a wholesale club or farmers market, pick up a variety of flowers in the same tones. Arrange them in mismatched milk glass containers – you can find these for as little as $1 from flea markets, antique stores,or ebay. Have your florist create a small bouquet for you – cutting down the size can cut the cost in half, and allow you to include pricier blooms. Embellish your bouquet with vintage ribbon – a yard of pricier ribbon won’t break the bank.
The Paper: Create your own invitations with rubber stamps from the craft store – they create a look that is both low-key and whimsical. You can use that same rubber stamp to continue your motif throughout the wedding, on cocktail napkins and thank you notes.
The Reception: A brunch buffet may or may not be cheaper than dinner, but you’ll certainly save on alcohol. Guests will drink less earlier in the day, and you can get by with only two alcoholic options – mimosas and bloody Mary’s. Place a crossword puzzle and pencil at each seat – a perfect detail for Sunday brunch, and something you can print off your own computer at home.
The Flowers: From a wholesale club or farmers market, pick up a variety of flowers in the same tones. Arrange them in mismatched milk glass containers – you can find these for as little as $1 from flea markets, antique stores,or ebay. Have your florist create a small bouquet for you – cutting down the size can cut the cost in half, and allow you to include pricier blooms. Embellish your bouquet with vintage ribbon – a yard of pricier ribbon won’t break the bank.
The Paper: Create your own invitations with rubber stamps from the craft store – they create a look that is both low-key and whimsical. You can use that same rubber stamp to continue your motif throughout the wedding, on cocktail napkins and thank you notes.
No comments:
Post a Comment