Wedding Blog

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Dear Michele,

There are many choices for inexpensive wedding venues these days. I have compiled a list of ideas for you and your fiancé to consider:

• Park: If you're getting married in the spring, summer, or fall consider getting married at a local park. Often times you can reserve a spot for free!
• Community Center: Check out your local community centers. This is a great choice because you can have the ceremony and reception all in one place; saving money and making the affair much simpler to plan.
• Friend's Backyard: Does anyone you know have a killer backyard? Or maybe you have a killer backyard. Start asking around to see if someone would host your wedding and reception in their garden.
• Restaurant: Do you two have a favorite romantic eatery? Most restaurants have a "special events" room you can rent for a much smaller fee than most wedding venues. Again having the ceremony and reception saves money and weeds out unnecessary complications.
• Eloping: This is a great choice for a simple, intimate wedding affair. Then to celebrate with your friends and family, host a backyard BBQ or cocktail party. That way you get your simple ceremony AND a chance to rejoice with your closest pals.
• Destination Wedding Package: My personal favorite. I know it sounds expensive, but if you were already considering a honeymoon this is another way to combine wedding events. Ask your friends and family to join you at the beginning of your romantic getaway for an unfussy ceremony and celebration; then go your separate ways. It doesn't have to be elaborate. If you'll be near the beach-that's a perfect (and free) location for a simple ceremony. Then head to your hotel's lounge to celebrate! Your friends have an excuse for a vacation and you just simplified your life. How cool is that?

For Better or Worse,

Nicole