Planning for your wedding can be one of the most exciting times of your life, as well as the most stressful!  Whether you are planning a large wedding or a very small one, there is no need to go to great expense to celebrate the happiest day of your life.  Here are some tips on how to save money while planning your wedding:

1. Wedding Dress. Every bride searches for the dress of her dreams—which can cost dearly.  Instead of buying a new design, one option is to purchase a discontinued dress.  These tend to be less expensive and can often be found at smaller dress shops or even consignment shops.  Another option is to purchase a used dress.  Found in consignment shops or even in the classifieds, this can be a great way to save expense on a dress while still finding the dress of your dreams.
2. Food.  Depending on the style of wedding you wish to have, food can be one of the most expensive parts of the wedding.  To save money, consider heavy appetizers or a sandwich-style buffet. Also, opt for a cash bar or even no bar vs. an open bar.  This will save you on purchasing alcohol, which is incredibly expensive.  Asking your local grocer or a family friend to cater your wedding will help defray the cost of excessive food. Read the rest of this entry »

Once you’re ready to start trying on wedding dresses, you may find it helpful to wear the undergarments you’re planning to use on your wedding day. In particular, if you need to pull in your waist or want to wear a special type of bra, this will make it easier to determine if your lingerie choices will match your dress selection. As you try on gowns, you may find that some options will be very uncomfortable – or impossible – based on the dress type that you choose.

Bras and underpants

Depending on the gown type you like, you may not be able to wear a bra or you may need to purchase a specific type. For example, if you choose a gown with a filmy bodice, you may not be able to wear a bra that will be easily visible through the fabric. At the same time, if you need to have a more supportive bra, it may be best to simply choose a gown that enables you to wear one. Read the rest of this entry »

Money Saving Tips on Inexpensive Ceremony and Reception Locations

Even if you don’t get married at the most lavish place in town, you can still have a spectacular wedding. Here are some money saving tips on how to find a wedding venue.

So, you’ve found the person you want to marry– now, the question is where? When it comes to your wedding planning budget, choosing the right wedding venue can make a big difference in how much you spend. Here are some tips on how to choose a ceremony or reception location that will save you money. Read the rest of this entry »

Welcome to the home of great ideas for your perfect cheap wedding.

If you’re looking for ideas and inspiration to save money on your wedding, but still want it to be stylish and chic, then look no further. This website is filled with money-saving tips, ideas and solutions to help you get more out of your wedding budget.

Nicola Ray, Cheap Wedding SuccessI’m Nicola Ray and when I got married, I found sticking to a budget was really tricky, but I managed to keep My Wedding Under £5,000. I’ll share with you my experiences, and my mistakes, alongside some affordable wedding ideas. All for you, for free. Read the rest of this entry »

You Can Get A Better Deal on eBay !

There are some great strategies you can use to your advantage to get a better bargain on eBay.

Buy seasonal items in the off-season such as a new swim suit in the winter when most buyers aren’t looking for that item

Shop for deals on eBay during major holidays and obscure hours such as middle of the night as not many people shopping so you will be able to get cheaper.  You don’t have to be up to do this ( see sniping below )

As tempting as it is,  do not bid right away as you could get into a bidding war with other potential buyers.  Instead wait till as close to the end of the auction as possible to place your max bid. Better yet use a Sniping program or service which will automatically place your maximum proxy bid during the last seconds of the auction. You can also use the eBay Toolbar and Your Watched Items to alert you as the auction is nearing it’s end. Read the rest of this entry »