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The average wedding costs a whopping €29,812, according to weddingsonline. As someone who is still financially recovering from my own wedding, I know how quickly costs can add up during the planning process. Not to mention, all the miscellaneous bits that pop up the week before. (Pro tip: Set aside a ‘last-minute fund’ to cover these unplanned expenses).
Opting for cost-efficient decor, however, doesn’t mean you have to compromise on your vision for the big day. We chatted with wedding planner Claudia Postigo from The Planner Co. about cutting costs in a smart but tasteful way. Implementing these tricks could save you thousands of euros and hopefully help alleviate the stress of planning a wedding too (because there’s enough on your plate as it is!).
Elopements have grown in popularity in recent years, with people preferring more intimate ceremonies with a few loved ones over a larger (and more costly) celebration. In fact, Pinterest recently reported a 128% increase in searches for elopement photography ideas data.
“Choosing to elope is not just an affordable way to tie the knot, it is also an intimate way for couples to celebrate with their nearest and dearest,” says Claudia.
With a more affordable ceremony, you can focus your budget on what matters most to you.
If you’re not sure where to start, try sitting down together and listing out the most important things to you for the wedding, whether it’s food, location, etc. Then, you can start structuring your budget around those non-negotiables.
Estimated savings: €20,000+
This article was originally published in September 2023.