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Because planning a fashionable wedding celebration in the face of a rocky economy can be a challenge, every bit of advice from fellow fabulous recessionista brides and grooms will help. By sharing your ideas you'll discover that you an still pull of a chic and sophisticated ceremony that won't breakt he bank! Submit your ideas to the right.

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DIY Tea Light Wedding Favors

Submitted by wendylewis
We had this grand idea of making custom candles for our wedding favors. But we didn't realize how quickly the cost for all the materials would add up and how long the whole process would take for about 200 candles! So I looked around and found these really inexpensive tea lights and ordered labels with our monogram that matched our invitations. They were perfect and under $1 each! Read more >>

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Choose one flower

Submitted by carissals
Choose one type of flower (we are doing carnations) to group together and make into larger arrangements. The look is so striking! And the pricetag is way way better :)
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Suit Separates

Submitted by laceygee
If you're not particular about everything matching, let your groomsmen wear their own black suits. Just specify shirt and tie color and you're good to go!
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Last Call for Alcohol!

Submitted by dancing queen
Save money on your alcohol bill! Close the bar during times you know everyone will be occupied, such as the wedding party introductions and dinner.
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Wedding brunch

Submitted by lulu
Host a wedding brunch or lunch buffet instead of a sit down dinner. Not only will you save money on the venue, which charges less for receptions held at times other than Saturday evening, but you'll also save money on alcohol.
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Rent Your Jewelry

Submitted by Susie78
Instead of purchasing expensive jewelry that you'll only use once, rent or borrow your jewelry (that's what the celebrities do!). You'll be able to wear beautiful pieces at only a fraction of the cost.
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Skip the bridesmaid's bouquets

Submitted by dancing lush
Instead of outfitting your bridal party with fancy bouquets, save some money by giving them something else to carry such as a candle or a single flower. The candles can then be used for decorations around the altar.
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