Weddings are expensive?this we already know. With the average American wedding cost now at a staggering $25,000 price tag (and rising), couples who are planning their wedding are looking at every little piece of the ceremony and reception to see where they can cut costs, but it can be difficult to know where to begin.
If you’re looking to save money on your wedding, the best way to go about it is by aiming for discounts on the more costly wedding expenses, which are typically the venue, the food, and the drinks. We’ve pulled together our best money-saving tips for these areas of your budget so that you can plan the wedding of your dreams?without having to sacrifice all of your savings and max out your credit cards.
Venue

The venue is usually without a doubt the most expensive ticket item on your wedding budget, making up about 50 percent of the overall cost of the wedding. Though the venue will always be one of the most expensive costs of your wedding?even with a discount?there are still some clever ways to save a few bucks on this portion of your special day?and here’s how! Book an Off-Day for Your Wedding
One of the easiest ways to save money on a wedding venue is to book it on another night besides Friday or Saturday. This could be a good option for those couples who don’t have much family coming in from out of town, which would make it easier for folks to come to a wedding on a Thursday evening or a Sunday afternoon.
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