As a planner I occasionally get brides who are looking for a loophole or a "magical fairy wand" that will allow them to have their dream wedding which may not coincide with their budget. I would like to share my five tips for realiging your expectations with your budget:
1️.Manage Your Expectations: I personally love beautiful and inspiring images, and I am not the only one (hence the popularity of sites like Instagram and Pinterest ). That said, it is important to look at these images and pull out elements that you can afford instead expecting to have it all. The reality is that most people cannot have it all without an unlimited budget, which brings me to my next point…
2️.Focus On What Is Important: Of course, I hope this is decor but if it’s flowers, food, music, the dress or a special venue that has meaning for the two of you, that’s where you should place the bulk of your budget. Sit down and really think about what’s most important and reflective of you, as a couple, and then go from there.
3️.Think In-Season: I often see brides looking to ship their “favorite” flower in, and that’s wonderful–if your budget allows it. However if that cannot work for you, stick with seasonal flowers which are much more cost effective. Keep this in mind when working with your florist.
4️.Light It Up: Lighting is a wonderfully effective way to dramatically change a venue and atmosphere.
5️.Remember What Matters Most: LOVE...It begins and ends with that four letter word love. Weddings are a celebration of love, it is a declaration of your deep affection for one another. So stay true to who you are as a couple and create your own fairytale. #CreateYourOwnFairytale #p2partyperfectco
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