BRIDESPEAK We asked a number of brides whether they were looking to keep their wedding budgets down, and what they were prepared to economise on in this current environment of uncertainty. “Look, I am one of the lucky ones with no money worries to speak of. My concern rather is that friends and family feel I am ‘showing off’ if we have a big wedding with all the trimmings. So, we’re going away, to the sun and beach, and taking 20 people with us. We have rented two large villas on the same resort, and booked private chefs to do the honours for a couple of days. I have bought three outfits, one for each day, including a floaty boho number that I love. Yes, we are probably spending as much as we would do on a big event at home, but this way it won’t be noticeable except, perhaps, to those very close to us who will share the sunshine.” Jasmine and Dave
“My dad offered to lend me and my partner the money to go ahead with the wedding, which is great. But we discussed it and won’t accept it, and have to worry about paying him back when everything is so uncertain right now. We don’t have job security and our outgoings are racing up. So, I think we will end up with a party at home after vows at the local registry office. But, we have seen the dresses we want and can afford right now (the shop specialises in pre-loved) and we will be buying those within the next month..” Jo and Sandy 58 ♦ W E D D I N G T R A D E R ♦ N O V E M B E R / D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 2
