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At a recent wedding I noted three money-saving ideas. After asking the father of the bride to comment on these, I offer them here for your consideration, too. Great ideas, all.
1. Suits instead of tuxes. Yes, tux rental seems to be on the way out. Have noted an increasing number of weddings that, though formal, don't require tuxedo rental for the groomsmen or the groom. Dark suits are in again, as well as gray. And listen, suits look great if you can find matching neckties. Hundreds saved here, especially if the father is paying for the rentals.
2. Natural table decor. Yes, at my most recent wedding, I noted that the bride had decorated the tables (an outdoor wedding) with simple white table cloths with wooden centerpieces (natural wood) and flowers from the garden (not the florist shop). Savings? Tremendous, considering that there were nearly 25 tables and, with floral-cut centerpieces, would have cost hundreds if not a couple grand. Elegant. Natural. And beautiful.
3. Thursday night instead of Saturday. Again, off nights can save big money. This venue would have costs a few thousand, but having the wedding on an off night saved considerably...according to dad. And because the wedding was held over a holiday (four day weekend) the Thursday night held up very well on attendance. In fact, it was a smash hit...and a savings.
At a recent wedding I noted three money-saving ideas. After asking the father of the bride to comment on these, I offer them here for your consideration, too. Great ideas, all.
1. Suits instead of tuxes. Yes, tux rental seems to be on the way out. Have noted an increasing number of weddings that, though formal, don't require tuxedo rental for the groomsmen or the groom. Dark suits are in again, as well as gray. And listen, suits look great if you can find matching neckties. Hundreds saved here, especially if the father is paying for the rentals.
2. Natural table decor. Yes, at my most recent wedding, I noted that the bride had decorated the tables (an outdoor wedding) with simple white table cloths with wooden centerpieces (natural wood) and flowers from the garden (not the florist shop). Savings? Tremendous, considering that there were nearly 25 tables and, with floral-cut centerpieces, would have cost hundreds if not a couple grand. Elegant. Natural. And beautiful.
3. Thursday night instead of Saturday. Again, off nights can save big money. This venue would have costs a few thousand, but having the wedding on an off night saved considerably...according to dad. And because the wedding was held over a holiday (four day weekend) the Thursday night held up very well on attendance. In fact, it was a smash hit...and a savings.
