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You’ve picked a venue, selected your dress, and found your perfect wedding band. But what’s next? Sometimes it’s hard to think of not just a wedding idea but also a budget that works for you. With the rising cost of weddings, it’s more important to make sure you choose something affordable and timeless, not something that will only look good in pictures taken three months from now. Here are six wedding choices for budget-friendly and timeless weddings that you can choose to be remembered by.
1. A Courtyard Wedding (especially if your venue is a garden)
In many urban areas, having a wedding in the courtyard of a townhouse or house is not only practical but also beautiful. Many hotels also offer courtyards for weddings as part of their package, and many amazing venues in Pittsburgh can provide you with this option. A courtyard wedding allows you to have a unique outdoor experience and be surrounded by nature without worrying about getting wet in the rain or too hot in the sun. If it does happen to rain on your wedding day, all of your guests will easily be able to move into a tent for the ceremony, making it a beautiful and memorable event. This is one of many great wedding choices.
A courtyard venue offers a beautiful setting and the intimacy many couples are looking for in their weddings. With the ability to decorate with flowers and lights and have a ceremony outside, you can create a memorable day. You can also have a cocktail hour or additional seating outdoors after the ceremony, allowing you to enjoy your wedding without worrying about being crowded or rushed.
2. Couple’s Wedding Bands That Match
When choosing an engagement ring, you always want to be sure it will last a long time. You are supposed to be able to look at that ring for the rest of your life, and when it finally comes time for you to upgrade, you don’t want to have any regrets about not being able to pick out a good one.
For many couples, this means matching wedding bands that you both love. This is great because it allows you to essentially have one set of rings that will last forever and gives two rings a fresh start. Wedding bands are meant for everyone in the wedding party and the couple, making it the perfect place to add a personal touch. With each ring personalized by both yourselves, you can create something elegant yet uniquely yours.
3. A DIY or Rentable Wedding Cake
Wedding cakes typically can cost quite a lot of money which can bite into your budget quite heavily. Instead of paying thousands of dollars for a custom cake that may cost you hundreds of dollars in shipping costs, you can make your wedding cake. You can choose from hundreds of sugar art designs or go a more traditional route and pick from one of the many books available on how to make your wedding cake. Many bakers are also willing to create your new, impossibly delicious cake for you for a small fee. Also, if you have any particular design ideas or things that you like that you’d like the baker to keep in mind, a few phone calls ahead of time can ensure this is all taken care of so you don’t have to worry about it when it comes time for the wedding. This is a great wedding option that will save you money and is also timeless.
4. Entertainment: Hire a Band or DJ
Many couples are choosing to hire a live band for their wedding. This is great for dancing and the unique entertainment factor it adds to the event. Many bands are also equipped with fireworks or special effects that can make your wedding even more memorable. However, if you’d prefer something a little more traditional, you can always hire a DJ to keep the party going.
5. Do-It-Yourself: DIY Decorations
While this might be the newest trend in weddings, it’s also one of the most affordable and effective. Many couples opt to create their decorations for the wedding and hire a few decorators to help them with their theme. This allows you to add unique items like lanterns from the dollar store, centerpieces from Target, etc. You can also find great vintage items that would look stunning on a table or centerpiece. There are so many great ideas online that you can get inspiration from as well. This is quite affordable and you can make it however you want it to look like. If you want, you can even make this into a bachelorette activity so you can make sure it is done in time.
6. Save the Date Cards for Wedding Choices
While save-the-date cards are becoming increasingly popular, they can also be expensive. Many couples choose to send out customized postcards that they have created themselves. This is a great way to save money and give you more freedom to choose what you save the date will look like. It is also very fun because you have total creative freedom to put together exactly what you want. Try setting just twenty minutes a day after work and errands to come up with a cute save the date design. You never know, this may bloom a new hobby for you in the future. It is also an easy way to make some money on the side in the future. This is if you decide to help out other brides with their save the date cards. The options are endless. You can create a theme or create individual cards for every person at your wedding party. You can also cut costs by buying the cards in bulk and personalizing them yourself.
Conclusion for Wedding Choices That Are Timeless & Affordable
Weddings can be expensive and stressful, but with a little time planning and creativity, you can have a wedding that fits your personality and tastes. With so many options available from different vendors, it is up to you to choose what works best for your budget and location.
