273768 1323 Sex & Relationships Weddings General Weddings true Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:59:49 -0800 recession,wedding,planning,recession-friendly,marriage,cheap,spending,money,saving,throwing,parties,costs How To Have a Recession-Friendly Wedding http://www.howcast.com/videos/273768-How-To-Have-a-RecessionFriendly-Wedding http://www.howcast.com/videos/273768-How-To-Have-a-RecessionFriendly-Wedding/edit approved 0 Howcast http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 10 102702 1 0 Step Don't be a slave to labels Consider regular gowns sold at department stores; a gown doesn’t have to be labeled “bridal” to make it so. Check out the bargains on eBay and in upscale consignment shops, too. You can even rent a gown.

]]> 102703 2 0 Step Rethink the reception Consider having your reception at a restaurant; it can be less expensive than holding it in a catering hall. Or, have a cocktail party with tapas and other small bites rather than a sit-down dinner.

]]> 102704 3 0 Tip If you’re having an evening reception, consider ending it at 10 p.m. instead of midnight. Most people begin to leave after the cake is served anyway.

]]> 102705 4 0 Step Bring your own booze If you’re holding your wedding in a hall, negotiate with the caterer about bringing your own liquor. Just make sure you can return unopened bottles for a refund.

]]> 102706 5 0 Step Have your cake Order a square cake; it yields more portions than a round one. Or have a small, beautiful cake for show and serve guests from sheet cakes kept in the kitchen. You can even nix the cake altogether and ask friends to pitch in to create a cupcake tree.

]]> 102707 6 0 Step Be frugal with the flowers Use flowers that are in season. Have the bridal party carry ribbon-tied bouquets – they’re less expensive than arrangements held together with wire. Skip the flower centerpieces in favor of bowls with floating tea candles from the dollar store.

]]> 102708 7 0 Tip If your reception venue has multiple event rooms, ask another couple about buying flowers in bulk with you.

]]> 102709 8 0 Step Don't stop the music Create a playlist and hook up your iPod to the sound system instead of hiring a band or a DJ. Or call local conservatories or colleges to find music students who might play for minimal compensation.

]]> 102710 9 0 Step Do everyone a favor Instead of providing wedding favors, make a donation to charity on your guests’ behalf.

]]> 102711 10 0 Step All you need is love Surround yourself with the people you love. That’s the most important wedding detail of all.

]]> 102712 11 0 Fact Between 2007 and 2009, the average cost of an American wedding decreased by 30 percent.

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