When it comes to Champaign IL weddings, many brides battle what is worth spending a little more money on and what isn’t. It’s important to know where your money is best spent for the value you’re getting. Here at The Gathering Place IL, we walk couples through some tips on where wedding spending may make a difference!
SPLURGE:
Venue & Catering ~ your venue and the food choices reflect the mood of your entire event. The atmosphere not only sets the mood, but also impacts your guests experiences and lasting memories.
Photography & Videography ~ speaking of lasting memories! Hiring a skilled photographer is the key to capturing the emotions of your special day. This is a splurge because a quality photographer/videographer doesn’t come cheap for Central IL brides, yet is well worth the price tag.
Entertainment ~ wether you hire a DJ or a live band, keeping the energy up and creating a fun vibe is the job of the entertainer. This is well worth it for your guests to experience the celebration along side of you!
Wedding Planner/Coordinator ~ hiring a planner is always highly suggested by our staff at The Gathering Place. This takes so much stress off of the bride on the day of. This planner also keeps things organized so that your day runs seamlessly!
Wedding Attire ~ this is YOUR day! You should feel comfortable in a dress you fell in love with. But mostly, you should SHINE! Buy the dress!
SAVE:
Invitations & Stationary ~ consider only printing what you need to, all else can be posted in an online invitation.
Wedding Cake ~ while it may seem like an extravagant cake is needed, it is a consumable, therefore, keeping it simple and budget friendly is perfectly fine! Consider large sheet cakes or alternative desserts to serve your guests.
Wedding Favors ~ the majority of guests won’t miss the favors. Stick with something they can snack on instead of trinkets they will forget to take home!
Flowers & Decor ~ here in the Monticello IL area, we partner with many wonderful decor vendors who work with all budgets! You can decorate tastefully without spending a fortune.
Wedding budgeting can be overwhelming, as costs can add up quickly! Consider what is important to you and the location you choose, what vibe you want for your guests, and stay as close to your budget as possible by finding ways you can save on aspects that may be less important to you.
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