03/05/2023
Venues:
Look up event space instead of "wedding venue." Check community areas/centers, Legions, Lodges, VFWs, etc. Opt to have both ceremony and reception in the same place.
Food:
Catering is mainly too expensive so if you're looking for a cheaper option, Buffet and/or Potluck. Pot luck people can bring whatever. But for the buffet you could do a "cooking party" b4 the wedding where people help make the food. OR ask some family members to make certain food you want (provide recipe).
Flowers/Decor:
Fake florals are the cheapest. I recommend Amazon Foam Roses and or silk florals.
( Note: most people suggest Sola Wood but they tend to mold bc you have to dye them and dry them correctly). Other decor you can get cheap on Shein or at the Dollar store.
DJ:
No DJ for hire. A speaker and someone to cue music works just fine.
Outfits:
Online buying has changed. Try on at home wedding dresses at Azazie.com or Cocomelody.com. Other quality websites include: Windsor, Lulu's, ASOS, Bella and Bloom Boutique, Shein. Bridesmaids, can get dresses cheap on Shein, Birds Grey, Azazie, Windsor, etc. Men can buy suits off Amazon.
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