Money Monday: How to Save On A Small Wedding

In the times of COVID, more couples chose to have a more intimate affair to celebrate tying the knot. Whether you always planned on having a small wedding or were forced to cut your guest list because of the pandemic, smaller weddings can still have a high price tag, depending on how fancy you want it to be. With a smaller guest list, you are already cutting costs. You’ll be saving thousands of dollars on everything from food to chair rentals, wedding favors, invitations, etc. If you are working with a minimal budget and still need to cut some costs, there are a few other ways to save on your small wedding. Here are a few tips that will save you money and still make your wedding an affair to remember!

Choose A Detailed Venue

A benefit of having a smaller guest list is that you can host your wedding at a smaller venue like a restaurant or local brewery. Venues like this tend to need less decor, which can save you a lot of money on centerpieces and other decorative items. You can also cut costs on rentals as you either won’t need as many tables and chairs or the venue will already provide them for you!

Consider A Cocktail Reception

Keep things fun and flexible at your wedding by hosting a cocktail reception instead of a sit-down dinner! By serving drinks, appetizers, and desserts, you will save money on catering and create a more relaxed atmosphere for your guests to mingle in. You can still incorporate traditional reception activities, like the first dance and cake cutting, but this gives guests more room to mingle and enjoy the party.

Skip The Bridal Party

With a smaller wedding, if you find yourself only choosing a few friends to participate in your wedding, consider not having a bridal party at all. Not only would you be saving yourself money, but you’ll also save your friends money, considering they won’t have to purchase a bridesmaid dress or other accessories. But, if having a bridal party is important to you, and you want your closest friend by your side on your big day, stick to just a maid of honor and best man.