Staying within the wedding budget is never easy, but it can be done. Save money by lowering the cost of your wedding rentals and use that cash towards something special for the big day.
Split the Fee with a Couple
If your wedding is a reception or banquet hall, ask management what else is going on that weekend. If another couple happens to be having their wedding, either before or after yours, you may be able to split the costs of certain rentals, such as chairs, tables, and lighting.
The furniture will only need to be set up and taken down once instead of multiple times for each separate wedding. If a couple is willing to split the bill in half, just be sure to coordinate logistics. If you don’t ask, you won’t know, and it’s an ingenious way to save money.
Make the Chairs Work Double Duty
It doesn’t make sense to order two separate sets of chairs for the reception and ceremony. Instead, reuse the chairs at the ceremony for the dinner. The labour costs to move them from one area to another will be far less than the cost of renting two separate sets.
Coordinate the timing with the venue to ensure it’s a smooth and seamless transition during cocktail hour. This budget-friendly alternative will save you in the long run.
Say Yes to Simple China and Glassware
The sparkling crystal flutes and beautifully designed plates no doubt look amazing, but they come at a high price. A unique plate pattern looks nice, but it’s an easy way to hike costs that could otherwise be spent elsewhere. Realistically, your guests aren’t going to remember the antique crystal tumbler—they’re going to remember the lively atmosphere, speeches, and tasty food.
Channel a minimalist vibe and keep the wine glasses and dinnerware simple. You can dress up the rest of the table with an eclectic centerpiece or create a luxe feel using a colourful runner that guides the eye away from the plates and cutlery. Your guests won’t notice a thing!
Find a Venue with Its Own Decorations
Not big on decorating? Select an event venue that speaks for itself. Both the standard wedding rentals and décor rentals are costly items in the budget. When visiting potential venues, pay attention to ones that are “pre-decorated” and include architectural features such as crown molding, antique bookcases, and marble flooring. These little details say it all, and you won’t have to add much else.
If your reception will be held in a restaurant, for example, think of how that space already encompasses its own distinct vibe. Not to mention, that type of venue already includes chairs and tables. A public space, such as a garden or library, speaks enough on its own that you really don’t need to bother with additional decorations. Let the space do the talking.
Choose an All-Inclusive Venue
Book a venue that also manages third-party vendors. An in-house caterer, furniture rentals, lighting, and dinnerware are a few examples that might be included, saving you time and money. Stop worrying about finding the best vendors for wedding rentals. An all-in-one venue has a preferred list of vetted businesses it regularly works with, guaranteeing exceptional service and a price well below what it would cost you to hire those businesses individually.
Check out these seven trendy indoor wedding venues. If you’ve picked a non-traditional space, which may not include those amenities, inquire into partial rentals before you start booking the missing pieces. Starting from scratch quickly adds up. Make sure you know exactly what the venue includes to give you a full picture of the available services.
