Wedding Budget: Mistakes to Avoid

Worst Wedding Budget Mistakes to Avoid

The average cost of a wedding is over $35,000. If you are looking to save money on your big day, it can be challenging to know where to start. Here are seven mistakes that many couples make when creating their budget and some advice for avoiding them.

Mistake # 1: Paying too much for the wedding dress.

This is one of the top mistakes that couples make, and it can be costly! If you’re looking to save money on your wedding dress, consider renting or buying a used gown instead of purchasing new. You may also want to look into shops where you can rent dresses for a day, or you could borrow one from a family member.

Mistake # 2: Neglecting to include the cost of invitations in your wedding budget.

Many couples don’t realize that there are costs associated with invitations, such as postage and envelopes (and you may also want calligraphers!). If you’re looking to save money on invitations, you can either send your guests an electronic invitation or consider sending postcards.

Mistake # 3: Failing to shop around for wedding insurance.

Weddings come with many unexpected costs, and you want to make sure you are covered if something goes wrong. Many couples don’t realize you can purchase wedding insurance.

Mistake # 4: Buying too many decorations for the reception.

Many couples make this mistake by thinking they need to buy decorations to have something beautiful. Still, you don’t necessarily need that extra decoration if you have your event somewhere with lovely architecture and chandeliers.

Mistake # 5: Not including the cost of food in your wedding budget, or overspending on catering.

Many couples make this mistake because they don’t realize how much it costs to serve a meal at their reception. Plan accordingly! You might want to purchase less expensive options instead of filet mignon or think about serving your guests with a buffet or family-style.

Mistake # 6: Forgetting to include the cost of wedding-related outfits in your budget.

In addition to you and your fiancé’s attire, you may also want to consider including money for bridesmaids or groomsmen dress rentals or purchases as well as flower girl dresses and accessories! It is worth mentioning that you may want to consider looking into local resale shops for these items.

Mistake # 7: Failing to include the cost of transportation in your wedding budget.

Many couples forget to factor this expense into their wedding budget because you need to transport yourself and your guests from one location to another.

Account for Everything!

As you can see, there are a lot of small details that you may not have considered when you start planning your wedding. Failing to account for these expenses could lead to overspending on certain aspects and leave you unprepared for the unexpected costs associated with weddings. The good news is that it’s never too late to create or adjust your budget as needed!

If you’re looking for help creating a realistic wedding checklist from scratch, reach out now so we can get started building a fantastic plan together. We want your big day to be perfect, and our team at J&J Tent and Party Rentals can make the planning easier by offering wedding rentals for outdoor venues, lighting, dance floor, audio equipment, tables, chairs, and tableware. We have it all! Rentals are an affordable way to make your wedding day dreams come true.

Wedding Tent Rentals and More

If you’re planning an outdoor wedding or have outdoor aspects of your wedding like a reception tent, please consider a wedding tent rental. J&J Tent and Party Rentals offer a wide variety of elegant wedding tents in different sizes with heating options. J&J Tent also rents out other wedding equipment such as tables, chairs, tableware, dance floors, and lighting. Check out our wedding rental catalog.

It’s never too early to start planning for your wedding day.J&J Tent and Party Rentals can line you up with elegant wedding tent rentals as well as lighting, seating, tableware, and more. Your wedding planning just got easier with J&J Tent and Party Rentals! We know the North Carolina wedding industry well, so we can answer any questions you may have about throwing your wedding or engagement party. With J&J Tent and Party Rentals by your side through every step in this process, soon enough, it will be time to say “I do.”Contact us today at (919) 977-3691.

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