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Saying “I do” to a DIY wedding You can’t put a price on love, but you can get married on a budget by Jennifer Savage
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conomists say we are in a recession. But even a serious dip in the Dow can’t stop a couple in love. Nor should it. Couples will head to the altar this year no matter what the gloom and doom economic forecasters say— they just may be headed there with fewer resources than they might have had a year or two ago. If you’re planning to walk down the aisle this year, you’re probably looking to
say “I do” without breaking the bank. It’s a delicate balance to have the wedding you want with a price tag that won’t choke you up at the reception. But it can be done, especially in Missoula. A do-ityourself affair doesn’t mean you have to stitch your own dress or grow your own flowers, though you could. It just means getting a little creative when it comes to big-ticket wedding items, knowing what you can and cannot live with in terms of
energy output and knowing where to spend a little extra for something you really want.
Go local, go public Have you scoped out your friends’ backyards lately? The venue proves to be one of the biggest expenses for any wedding. Rental and cleaning fees can reach well into the thousands and if you are obligated to use the caterer connected
with the location you could add thousands more to the tab. Maybe you don’t want to get married in the backyard of that “lots of potential” fixer-upper your friend just bought on the north side. Or maybe the thought of saying “I do” where another friend’s black lab has been pooping all winter makes you feel a little less romantic. But what about your friends who live outside of town? Do any of them have a back yard worthy of nuptials? With
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a view? A pond? A handful of aspens you and your betrothed could stand under while exchanging vows? Ask your friends if you can rent their place for the weekend. This may sound presumptuous, but your friends would probably be honored that you chose their home for such a special event. Put your agreement in writing so expectations are clearly outlined and return the place in top condition. Pay your friends a rental fee that you both agree on or offer to spring for a nice weekend in town for them, complete with a hotel room and dinner out. You will still save money and it will be a great story to tell over the years.
If the idea of booting your friends out of their home is too much of a reach, start looking into local venues. Art galleries, museums, historic buildings with impressive lobbies and university chapels are all good options for an indoor wedding. Do you have a favorite gallery in town? Is there a particular historic building that’s always turned your head? Call and ask if it’s possible to rent the space. Chances are you could negotiate a deal with a nontraditional venue, especially if you’re flexible. Local parks and public lands are great options for outdoor weddings. Call the city’s Parks and Recreation Department for details on a particular park or check
public land websites (U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, etc.) for specifications on public land use, including how many guests are allowed, what activities are possible and instructions on how to book the venue. These spots may require a small rental fee, and you may be limited on the amount of time you’re allowed to occupy the area, but public places can make for beautiful and inexpensive wedding sites.
Get crafty If you own a sewing machine, dust it off. If you possess an inner Martha Stewart, channel it. One way to keep your
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DIY wedding within your budget is to make some things. Invitations are another expensive aspect of a wedding, especially when you tally the cost of the actual invite, the reply card and all that postage. But with a decent printer and a trip to the local paper store, you can put together an elegant, simple invitation that speaks to your sense of style without costing a lot of money. For instance, try an interesting stitch on that sewing machine to make a booklet out of the invite, the reply card, directions to the wedding and any travel information guests may need. With an inexpensive design program and a little attention to detail, you can create beautiful invitations for pennies compared to what you’d pay to have them done professionally. When it comes to favors for your guests, it pays to be creative. Show them that you honor them and their commitment to you and your union by making something heartfelt. Burn the soundtrack of your wedding on CDs to send home with those who danced the night away with you. If you want to show your true colors, be as green as you can be and plant a tree to honor your guests. Take pictures and hang them at the wedding reception. Or send revelers home with garlic or snap peas you grew in your garden. Whatever you do, do something to show that you appreciate that people came to your wedding. Let them know you won’t forget it. Lastly, don’t forget to reserve some energy for giving something back to those who are doing some heavy lifting the day of your wedding—the wedding party.They are standing up for you, reading poetry in front of strangers, arranging flowers at the
last minute and making sure your mother doesn’t hit the bottle too soon. Thank them for having your back. If you have an artsy streak, make something for them. If you don’t, snag one of your artist friends to make a print for your wedding party. Or commandeer a carpenter friend to make a picture frame for them. Buy the supplies and trade labor for a skill you have. Don’t have a skill? Offer to dogsit.
Rules of the ring One upside to the economic downturn is most retailers are practically giving away merchandise. And if you are in the market for an engagement/wedding ring, now is the time to buy. You could score your dream ring at a fraction of the original cost. If you are interested in rings that may be less traditional, you still may be able to negotiate a deal as the barter system is still alive and well in Missoula. If you don’t have your heart set on a particular style of ring, you may be able to save money by looking for rings made from something other than gold, white gold or platinum. Other metals such as palladium and titanium have come into fashion over the last few years and generally run much cheaper than more traditional metals. If you are really into pinching pennies and the ring is merely a symbol, you could exchange vows with a favorite ring you currently own or with an heirloom ring from one of your families. Or you could choose to use no ring at all. Think of it as a promise and the rings will come with time.
Thrifty and trendy If you are looking for ways to cut wedding costs, start with your clothes. New wedding dresses can cost anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.
And a good-looking suit isn’t cheap either. Instead of buying a dress that’s never been worn, consider buying one from a consignment shop or borrowing one from a friend or family member. Maybe your great aunt has a dress with an amazing skirt and a Victorian collar and she doesn’t mind if you have it altered slightly. Maybe a friend is ready to sell her wedding dress but only to someone she knows. Take advantage of these possibilities. Even minor alterations can drastically change the way a dress fits and feels. A 30-yearold relic can become a trendy party dress with the right tweaks. For grooms, how about a nice pair of pants and an open collar shirt? Does that sound better than a suit you may never wear again? Talk to your fiancée about something a little more casual and less expensive. After all, this is Missoula, where dressing up means wearing clean jeans. If you do choose to wear a suit, consider renting one. Or you can shop thrift stores and consignment shops to look for something second-hand. One word of advice: Keep your eye out for creative details and subtle touches that could make even a gently used option distinctly yours. Think cufflinks, a handkerchief or socks.
Eat, drink and be married Food and booze can traditionally take up to 30 percent of a couple’s wedding budget. But there are ways to provide good food and drink and stay within the financial parameters you’ve set for yourselves. First, decide what’s important to you in terms of food. Do you want everyone to sit down to a salmon dinner, or could you live with a buffet table and heavy hors d’oeuvres? Whichever you choose, there are multiple ways to save.What about roasting a pig and having a few sides? If you really want to
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pinch pennies, you could borrow several grills and ask a few friends to barbecue some local Montana game for the reception. Or handpick a few folks to bring some homemade dishes to help offset costs. If you do decide to have someone cater your reception, make sure you have a clear sense of who will do setup and cleanup. Most caterers include these in
their price and that can significantly up the cost. (Although, in the end, having them taken care of is often worth it.) When it comes to alcohol, the easiest way to cut costs is to get married somewhere that will allow you to bring in your own beer, wine and spirits. Otherwise, a full bar is costly and if you’re forced to pay through your venue or caterer, you might
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something to you and your partner. Ask a friend to mind the music during the night and judge the crowd to see if changes need to be made to what’s playing. If you can’t live with the thought of not having your favorite swing band at the reception but they cost an arm and a leg, look around for other bands that may play the same type of music for a more affordable fee. Also consider hiring the band you love for a shorter amount of time. Some bands also have members who play with other musicians on the side, so inquire about this possibility as well. Most couples can strike a balance with live music and their own music collection that fits their budget.
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as well turn on the money tap and watch it disappear. Most guests will be happy with beer or wine. Check with local brewers for keg prices. It may save you money to purchase two kegs of good beer rather than buying several different kinds of bottled beer. Look for deals on cases of wine. If your venue will allow it, appoint someone to be your bartender even if it’s the little brother of your best friend. Having someone be the gatekeeper to the booze is a smart idea and will make your purchases go farther.
iBand If drum machines have no soul, then neither do iPods. But another way to stay within a wedding budget is to make use of your own music collection. Hiring live music can be too expensive for some couples and some would just prefer to hear the music they’ve chosen and love on their big day. Load your iPod ahead of time with all of your favorites–songs that will get people dancing, if that’s the Kind of reception you want to encourage–or songs that mean
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small crew help put them into arrangements the morning of the wedding. Simple flowers are beautiful and it doesn’t take a professional to put them into vases— which you can get at secondhand stores—and make the arrangements look good.You’ll pay a lot less for bulk flowers and you’ll support local farmers in the process.
A note on splurges If you’ve been dreaming of a designer wedding dress since you were a little girl and your wedding day will not be the same without it, don’t deprive yourself. If you can find a way to afford that special dress, just be sure to offset the cost somewhere else in your budget. If you must have that swing band play the night away at the reception, maybe you don’t need a three-course, sit-down dinner for 150 people as well. If you have to get married at the mountain resort you grew up going to, find other ways to trim. You know better than anyone what you can and cannot live with when it comes to your wedding day. Make sure that you are not so frugal in your planning that you forget to include what you want. Make sacrifices but be sure they’re balanced.You only get married once, right?
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Drive-by honeymoons Who needs the tropics with so many great places nearby? by Jennifer Savage If your dream honeymoon to Thailand looks out of reach in these tough economic times, why not explore the great Northwest for honeymoon possibilities. There are lots of options within a day’s drive, and, if you are going to travel, why not make it a road trip? Relive your wedding day in the car, listen to your wedding mix on your iPod and flip through digital pictures on your way to the honeymoon. Consider these suggested destinations:
Oregon Portland After a good down-home Montana wedding, a metro city-scape might be just what you’re needing. Head west to Portland, the city of roses. Eat gourmet cupcakes and stroll through the Pearl District. Peruse the endless stacks of books at Powell’s or get hip in any one of many trendy neighborhoods chockablock with shops and restaurants.
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Willamette wine country If you’ve made it all the way to Portland, take a day and drive southwest a little ways to the wine country of the Willamette Valley. Many small vineyards dot the valley, and they are known for their hospitality and pinot noir. You could schedule a tour of several vineyards or get a map and start driving. Either way, it’s a good way to see the valley and drink some fantastic wine. Smith Rocks After a city trip and some wine sipping, head east through the high desert of Central Oregon for a little rock climbing. Not a rock climber? Go to Smith Rocks anyway and walk by the river and take in some pretty amazing scenery before you drive back to Montana refreshed and renewed.
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Idaho Lochsa River If you want to stay a little closer to home, consider a honeymoon in Idaho, where rivers, not cities, will highlight your trip. Drive west out of Missoula on Highway 12 past several hot springs—don’t forget to stop and indulge—and continue on to follow the Lochsa River, which parallels the road. This scenic river runs huge in spring, and you’ll see many a boater on the water. Camp along the way. photo courtesy Logan Photography
Washington Seattle A coastal city with big volcanoes could be the perfect place for newlyweds to take a break. Take long walks through the funky shops of Ballard, take in the tourist attractions at the Pike Place Market or take a ferry ride to get a view of the city and, if you’re lucky,the Olympic Mountains in the distance.
Enchantments On the drive to Seattle, take a day or two to see the spiky peaks and alpine lakes of the Enchantments, a mountain range in the North Cascades. You could spend a few days taking hikes in the Enchantments and returning to your campsite at Colchuck Lake, a perfect place
to unwind from your big celebration. Certain times of year, camping will require a permit. Check the Wenatchee National Forest website for permit details. San Juans If you have time and the inclination, drive north from Seattle to Anacortes, a jumping-off point for a little sea kayaking
Salmon, Middle Fork of the Salmon and Selway rivers If you’d prefer to get in the water and see some of the last untouched places in North America, consider booking with an outfitter and spending some time on one of Idaho’s triple crown of rivers—the Main Salmon, the Middle Fork of the Salmon or the Selway. In central Idaho these rivers help form some breathtaking
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Montana If you are not interested in driving all the way to Oregon, or you’ve seen enough of spud country lately, you could honeymoon right here in Montana. In any season, our state offers up beautiful landscapes and hidden getaways.Whether you want to snuggle up, traipse through the hills or take a quick weekend together, you can find something memorable just a few hours from Missoula. Big Hole Valley If you have never before driven through the Big Hole Valley, you are missing one of the most beautiful (and that’s saying a lot) valleys in Montana.There’s not much there but the Big Hole River, which is great for fishing, the tiny town of Wisdom and Jackson Hot Springs. But it is worth it. Soak at Jackson Hot Springs or visit the ghost town of Bannack to the south. Bitterroot Wilderness Throw your packs in the Subaru, get a map and point your car south.There are so many drainages in the Bitterroots to explore that to pick just one would be
unfair. Depending on how much time you can spend, how far you’d like to hike in and what you’d like to see, you can craft a Bitterroot honeymoon to your liking. Flathead River If you only have a few days to spend, consider driving north from Missoula with your canoe and camping gear to float the Flathead River. The aquamarine water runs deep and slow. It’s perfect for bird watching, relaxing and reliving all of your favorite wedding moments.You’ll need a tribal permit so pick one up in town before you head north. Camp beside the river. Missoula If you really can’t afford to travel, become a visitor in your own town. After your family leaves, take yourselves out to dinner some place you never go. Consider springing for a night at a bed and breakfast. Walk down Higgins as though you’ve never done it before. Go into the shops you always wanted to visit on your way to the post office. Take afternoon hikes in the Rattlesnake or walks along the river— whatever it takes to unwind and bring your wedding celebration to a satisfying end.
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He said, she said Communication is the key to avoiding spats by Jennifer Savage few years ago some friends who were getting married stood in the grocery store checkout line while she flipped absent-mindedly through a wedding magazine. She is a down-toearth woman, practical, not the kind to swing with the trends of flashy wedding magazines. But on this day, with their wedding fast approaching, she still hadn’t found the right pair of shoes. So she flipped looking for ideas. “What do you think about these shoes?” she asked her husband to be, and showed him a picture from the magazine. “I don’t care,” he said. “Wear whatever you want.” “You know,” she said,“there is going to come a time when you are going to ask me what I think about something about this wedding and I’m going to tell you I don’t care!” He realized in that moment that “I don’t care” was not an appropriate response to anything wedding-related and
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that he would need to remove it, at once, from his vocabulary. This is how it starts. She’s not necessarily a shoe girl and just wanted an honest opinion about a pair that caught her eye in a magazine. He responded in a way that was normal for him and their relationship. He didn’t really mean that he didn’t care. He meant something more along the lines of “You could wear a paper sack and no shoes at all and I’d still love you and still want to marry you.” But that’s not how it came out. These friends got married but I don’t think he uses the phrase “I don’t care” anymore.They retell this story sometimes over beers in their house and everyone laughs, but no one was laughing that day in the grocery store. Weddings can be stressful and wedding planning can be enough to make you want to run away to Vegas, but communication is the key to making everything come
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together without anyone getting hurt or irritated, or so angry they’re ready to throw a hulking Brides magazine at you. Some couples fight over seating charts, others fight while loading 50 hay bales into the back of a truck, still others fight about who is walking whom down the aisle. But one thing to keep in mind is that almost everyone, at some point in the planning process, has a breakdown in communication. Work through it. Be patient and keep perspective. Just because you can’t agree on which salad dressing to
serve to your guests doesn’t mean you won’t have a successful marriage. It probably just means that planning a wedding is not for the weak at heart. You and your partner will make a thousand decisions—some small, some large—by the time you walk down the aisle, and you probably deserve an old-fashioned fight somewhere in the wedding planning to blow off steam. Just remember: At the end of the day you will be married and your guests will be happy with whatever you serve on top of the greens.
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Are you a Bridezilla? Take this quiz to size up your monster by Jennifer Savage ave you kicked your best friend from college out of your wedding party because she will be six months pregnant on your big day, and you don’t want a rotund bridesmaid in your wedding pictures? • Do most of your waking thoughts involve seating charts, dress fittings and how you will wear your hair on your wedding day? • Do you find yourself Googling wedding favor ideas while you are supposed to be working? • Does your future husband suddenly look like a make-over project? (A little trim here, tuck there and he’ll be perfect on your wedding day.) • Have you gone on a crash diet to lose those last ten pounds before the big day? • Do you have a binder complete with pages torn out from wedding magazines, pictures of the way you’d like the centerpieces to look and ideas for shoes for your bridesmaids?
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• Is your future mother-in-law acting as your proxy—telling all of your friends the bad news about their dress alterations, why they can’t bring that certain someone to the reception and why they must not bring food within 30 feet of you once you are in your wedding gown? • Have you yelled at anyone involved with the wedding? Stomped your foot even once? Score two points for each question you answered yes.
For 12 to 16 points: Fire probably comes out of your mouth. Relax. Try to remember what your wedding day is about. Just don’t sneeze. You’ll scorch anything nearby. 8 to 10 points: You are getting dangerously close to becoming a Bridezilla. Careful where you tread from here forward.There is still time to save yourself, along with your groom, your friends, and your family. 4 to 6 points:You are probably as much a Bridezilla as anyone who decides against eloping. Keep your perspective.
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hen it comes to your hair on your wedding day, even the most low-maintenance, pony-tailed Missoula girl may want to use a professional for help. You will, after all, be looking at the wedding pictures for the next 50 years or so, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re lucky. You owe it to at least consider your options when creating your look for the big day.
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The type of hairstyle you choose will likely be dictated by the style of your dress. If you have a dress with a collar, you may not want to wear your tresses down. If you have a strapless number, you could sweep your hair into a loose French twist, or let it fall on your shoulders.
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You should also consider what kind of hair you have when making your decision. If you have thin, fine hair, what will it look like after a day and night hanging to your shoulders? If you have thick, curly hair, what will a dry Montana summer day do to your updo? Here are a few tips to consider: • If you are the type who considers “doing” your hair an act that involves securing it with a hair tie, consider scheduling an appointment with a stylist.They’ll do it the day of the wedding. It’s usually worth the money—and very relaxing.
straight. You may be distracted.Your judgment may be impaired. • If you are going to wear flowers in your hair, have someone help you who knows how to secure them. It may seem simple and romantic to have flowers on your head, but they can be cumbersome or fall out. Get help from someone who has experience.
• Veils are beautiful, but can be really hard to attach to your hair. Again, have photo courtesy Hohanna Rose Photography someone with experience, • Try a practice run. Meet with like a stylist or a crafty your stylist a few weeks before to discuss what you’d like and have him or her practice so that friend, help you with attaching this accessory. there is no guesswork on your wedding day. If you decide • No matter how you decide to wear your hair on to do your own hair, you should also practice. your wedding day, make sure the style is what you want. • Drastic cuts or styles in the weeks before your wed- Stand firm whether you want a natural look or a polished ding may not be the best idea. You may not be thinking one. It’s your day and you’ll want to feel comfortable.
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35. Pyramid Printing
5. Westside Lanes
20. All Events Catering
36. Pyramid Printing
6. Misty’s Tanning & Ultimate Salon
21. Riddle’s
37. Two Sisters
(see ad Page 10)
7. Hilton Garden Inn
22. Beach Transportation
(see ad Page 2)
(see ad Page 4)
23. Dillard’s
38. Royal Limousine
8. Royal Prestige
24. Coldstone Creamery
39. Healthy Inspirations
9. My Sister’s Closet
25. Kyla Rivette
40. Party Decor
10. Arbonne International
26. Bitterroot River Inn
41. The Green Light
(see ad Page 9)
11. Rosauers 12. Party America (see ad Page 9)
13. Flawless Affair 14. Hohanna Rose (see ad Page 7)
(see ad Page 13)
49. Memory Lane (see ad Page 6)
50. Rhino Catering 51. Dawn Alicia Photography (see ad Page 15)
52. Broadway Inn 53. Bed, Bath & Beyond 54. Garden City Floral 55. Beautiful Weddings 56. Montana Island Lodge (see ad Page 15)
42. Double Arrow
57. Kandahar Lodge
27. Dowry Event Planning
43. Simply Elegant Inc.
58. Whitefish Mtn. Resort
28. RMF Mobile DJ
44. Heinrich Floral
59. Place To Ponder
29. Montana Party Time (see ad Page 13)
30. Three Falls Inn 31. Ellie Blue
(see ad Page 7)
45. Jokers Wild 46. The Tux Store (see ad Page 14)
60. Missoula Textile 61. Macy’s