PRIORITIZE YOUR BUDGET:
The first step Tyler Matkowski says, in planning a wedding on a small budget is prioritizing your budget. Decide what aspects of the wedding are most important to you and allocate more funds to these priorities.
CHOOSE AN OFFPEAK DATE AND TIME
Choosing an off-peak date and time can help you save money on your wedding.
Venues and vendors may be less expensive during the off-season or on weekdays. Consider getting married on a Friday or Sunday or during the winter months when platforms may offer lower rates.
KEEP THE GUEST LIST SMALL
Keep the Guest List Small: Limiting the number of guests is an effective way to keep costs down. Consider having an intimate ceremony with just close family and friends or having a smaller reception.
DIY DECOR
CREATING YOUR WEDDING DECORATIONS IS A GREAT WAY TO SAVE MONEY. CONSIDER USING THINGS YOU ALREADY HAVE OR PURCHASING THEM FROM A THRIFT OR DOLLAR STORE. MANY DIY IDEAS ON PINTEREST AND YOUTUBE CAN HELP YOU CREATE BEAUTIFUL CENTERPIECES, BACKDROPS, AND OTHER DECOR ITEMS.
CHOOSEANON-TRADITIONAL VENUE:TRADITIONALWEDDING VENUESCANBEEXPENSIVE,SO CONSIDERALTERNATIVEOPTIONS SUCHASAPARK,BEACH,OR BACKYARD.NOTONLYWILLTHIS SAVEYOUMONEY