How to plan a dream wedding: How to plan a dream wedding

Not so long ago a couple's dream Wedding was saved and paid for by the Bride's parents. Nowadays (and especially in the current economic climate) the onus is placed more and more upon the happy couple themselves, who want their dream wedding, but don't necessarily have the bank balance to facilitate this.

If you're anything like I am, the cost of my wedding keeps inching up and up and up, whilst it gets harder and harder to save. If you're like me and you can't produce $20,000 for your wedding day, but don't want to sacrifice the day of your dreams.

You need to learn how to BUDGET for your wedding day, learning where you can cut corners that nobody will see, and not wasting time trying to get discounted offers when you're already paying a huge mark-up - just because you're getting married!

You don't need to begin your married life in debt, placing strain on your relationship, you want to enjoy the planning, enjoy the day, and most importantly enjoy your new lives together. 'Wedding Planning on a Budget' gives you all the information you need on achieving an elegant and beautiful wedding at a fraction of the usual price.

Here's my top 5 tips for the budget wedding:

1) Get Crafty! - Make your own invitations, flowers, veil - the list is endless! You can really save cash whilst adding a personal touch to your day.

2) Check online auction sites - Often cheaper than buying in the store, you can get your jewelery, favors, etc. from these sites.

3) Buy your dress online - Try on in the store, buy online - save up to 50%!

4) Have a buffet not a plated meal - More food, more selection and better cost for you - bonus all round!

5) Make your own entertainment - Got an iPod? Make your own play lists, crank it up and watch your guests party to the music you love!

I'm using lots of books & info to plan my upcoming nuptials, and it has helped me so much. My fiancée and I are not long out of Education, and we are trying to save as much as we can to buy our own home, alongside planning our wedding day. When I first saw these e-books I thought I would give it a shot, and I'm so pleased I have, as I've never looked back!