Royal Wedding On a Budget?

We know with all the talk of the Royal wedding that many brides-to-be are dreaming of this fairy-tale type of ceremony for themselves, but is that really something realistic or achievable on a budget?
Yes it really is something that is ascertainable, it takes a little know how and most importantly first-things first it takes budgeting more than anything else to pull off elegance and grace on a budget.  We thought we would give a few tips that you can incorporate into your Prince and Princess wedding. Try following these simple little tips and you will be so surprised with the elegance and splendor on a budget that you can achieve!

Top Tips for Having your own Royal Wedding:

 1. Start with your gown: Many brides-to-be don't realize that they can get really beautiful and elegant gowns from wholesalers/discount stores, at half the price that they would if they went to some of the top bridal boutiques.  Remember that you are going to be in this gown for such a short period of time and will only wear this one time, and it shouldn't be something that breaks the budget.  Fellas, look into renting your tux instead of purchasing it because how often are your going to be required to wear a tuxedo?  Make sure your flower girls, bridesmaids and groomsmen know about the stores where you purchased your gown and tux because many times they will give a group discount.

2. Invitations: Now this is an area that at times are very conflicting. Why? You may be asking, well the invitations say a lot about your affair and it makes a statement. Now with the DIY kits you can print your own elegant wedding invitations, you can get a high quality heavier quality card stock and print your own invitations with some really great programs, and by adding just a little embellishment to your invitation it can look like you spent $100's of dollars. Then you may decide that you will budget for your invitations to be done by a professional like Wedding Paper Diva(http://www.weddingpaperdivas.com/) or Pretty Paper Invitations (http://www.prettypaperinvitations.com/). Which ever you choose just make sure you select a nice quality and one that has lots of style.

3. Flowers: From your bouquet to the flower girl, bridesmaids, maid-of-honor, boutonnieres and center pieces this can be very costly! Again think of dealing with a wholesaler and really shop around for the best deal don't be afraid to negotiate for yourself.  Give the vendors your bottom line and most will work with you because they understand that you have a budget, don't be afraid to tell them of other deals that have been offered, and see if they will beat or meet it. Some florist may be willing to work with you as well being that you are going to be making a large purchase for your event you just have to be willing to negotiate and ask for what you want and what you cannot afford.

4. Season: Schedule your wedding during off peak season like late Spring early Summer. You can also save more money if you schedule your wedding on a week night like a Friday or during the day on Saturday you could cut cost by 10-20%. (Note: Peak seasons my differ in your area do your homework). Many times with scheduling your event on a Friday night or a Saturday before 5pm you may receive a discount on the Catering cost.

5. Color Pallet: This is fun for your Royal wedding select a color that is very rich like a Sapphire blue with yellow accents or Purple, Rich Green or any other rich hues that will give an illumination to the room and to take your event to the next level of elegance and sophistication.  This is where your creativity really can shine and you can add little accents of color to your venue.

6. Table Settings: This is an area where you really want to give your full attention to.  Make sure when you are selecting your table setting that they have an element of sophistication and just that touch of vintage to give the Royal wedding feeling.  Another nice touch you can add a love hand written (Calligraphy) menu for your guest.  They will enjoy seeing it and knowing what is going to be served.  You can do simplistic but still very unique touches to your tables.  Round tables are a little more formal and intimate than a square table.

7. Table Numbers: Now this is a very nice touch and maybe instead of having table number you can get printed famous and Royal place in London like Buckingham Palace, Westminster or Windsor this way it gives your guest that little touch of Royalty.


These are just a few tips to help you bring your dream Royal wedding to life.  Remember to stay within your budget and don't allow yourself to get caught up on the I wants but, really focus on the true meaning of this day and its about you and your future husband making a new life together.

If all of this is overwhelming to you feel free to contact LaPaz Image/Event Consultants, we will be more than happy to bring your Royal dreams to forwishen! Visit http://www.lapazimageing.com/

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Article by: M. DeGaines- Sr. Style/Fashion Reporter
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