Sometimes, planning a wedding ?on a budget? can feel like an exercise in futility. Everything is just so expensive! The invitations, the clothing, the tables and chairs ? to say nothing of the gorgeous venue and the meal for 100 of your closest friends ? eventually it all adds up to one MASSIVE bill. In a world where the average wedding costs $38,700 (!!!) is saving any money even an option" Good news, 2020 couples: I?m here to help! Believe it or not, it IS possible to have the wedding of your dreams without going into debt. All it takes is a few little changes throughout the planning process. Don?t believe me" Here are a few ideas that can help you cut about $500 from the final total.
Go Digital with Invitations

The average couple will spend $400-650 on their wedding invitations. Once you factor in other paper products (save the dates, ceremony programs, thank you cards, etc.), you could end up spending thousands?just for a few sheets of (very pretty) paper. The cost can vary based on the designer, the kind of paper you use, and how customized you want your invites to be?but it can also be practically free! Using e-invitations is a great way to save money on your wedding. There are many companies out there that will produce digital wedding invitations for you to email to your guests, featuring pre-made templates or blank cards on which you can upload your own designs. These invites achieve the same purpose as your traditional paper invitation all at a fraction...