Budget wedding - how to save money on your wedding

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• Published Wednesday, 7 April 2010
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Save money on your wedding with these tips on keeping to a tight budget while planning your dream wedding

Top 10 money-saving wedding tips to help slash that budget:

1. Avoid peak wedding season - most weddings take place from May - October, so any other month is cheaper.

2. Daylight savings - venues often charge the highest fees from 7pm on a Saturday night, so consider a daytime reception, or Friday night.

3. Cut the wedding cake - choose a smaller version of your dream wedding cake, then get a cheaper, sheet cake in the same flavour that can be portioned out behind the scenes and served to guests.

4. Non-fancy foliage - stick to seasonal wedding flowers and use more greens and fewer blooms. Avoid decorating the church and save flowers for the reception.

5. Party on - catering is a major cost, so limit the official reception to a
few people and then have a party in the evening for others.