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In most cases, planning a wedding takes a tremendous amount of effort. When you are planning your wedding, make sure you look at the tips in this article.

Choose a less popular month to get married if you want to save money. Wedding season runs from May through September. It is at this time that wedding venues will cost the most. If you're going to want to marry in this time period, be sure you're booking in advance so you can still attract a good deal.

Typically, a wedding dress costs a lot of money. When you are shopping, try getting a dress that might not be traditionally thought of as one made for a wedding. For example, a bridesmaid dress is typically much less expensive and may be just what you're looking for. Besides, you can have a dress altered and still likely spend less than you would have on a wedding dress.

You can not serve everyone's favorite top-shelf drink or you would quickly exceed the price of the dress, so consider what you like, and what will keep you within your budget. Having an open bar can be very expensive if it stays open for hours. Ask the venue you're thinking of having the wedding at about the different types of alcohol they serve, and what they have in stock.

Try tying small decorative items into each element in the wedding decor. Use the same ribbon that you use for the bouquet in the centerpieces. These small details help tie everything together to create a beautiful wedding.

Think about asking your family if they want to stay for the honeymoon. There is a lot of money to be saved when lengthening the stay because of hotel discounts for longer periods. This will help give them a vacation they'll never forget as well!

Don't make guests wait as you take photos. Pictures of the bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen can be snapped in advance. Having as many photographs taken as possible beforehand will help the transition between the ceremony and the reception go much smoother.

forevermakeup When you are planning table seating, try to set guests in pairs, so you can ensure every table has an even number of those sitting at it. If you put people of the same age together at tables they will have more to talk about.

If someone you know is willing to be ordained online, they can then preside over your wedding. Your ceremony will be less formal, and you will save money. Make sure to use caution by asking the local officials, to make sure doing this isn't against the law where you are.

You can have a loved one go online to become ordained so that they can officiate over your wedding. This can not only save you money, but can also add a touch of personality to your ceremony. Make sure to use caution by asking the local officials, to make sure doing this isn't against the law where you are.

As you can see, weddings are a time of love; money should not be the main focus. Since it's about love, it's beautiful. Apply the helpful advice you read here and you will ensure that the people are the most important aspect of your wedding.