Planning a Budget-Friendly Wedding
Venue, attire, food, favors, flowers, photographers – it adds up fast, and that’s just scratching the surface!
Your big day shouldn’t be filled with dread thinking about all the money poured into it, stressing about whether you can make ends meet while entering the next chapter of life. What if there was a way to help make your dreams come true, but for less?
Here’s our 4 favorite tips for planning a budget-friendly wedding:
1. Silk Floral Arrangements
Did you know that couples average nearly $3,000 spent on their wedding flowers alone? This cost can increase especially in the “off-season,” from January through March as fresh flower blooms are harder to come by. Don’t get us wrong, we love flowers, but all that money on something that will look droopy in a few days or you struggle to pass off to people while trying to head out the door for your honeymoon? It’s less than ideal.
What if you skipped the fresh flower feel altogether? Silk floral arrangements create the perfect floral look at a fraction of the cost. Plus, enjoy these “blooms” for years to come! Explore a wide selection of offerings throughout the year, no more seasonal limitations. A few other bonuses? Minimal maintenance and far more weather resistant compared to fresh florals.
We carry a wide selection of silk florals here at Ashcombe Farm & Greenhouses for you to create your own. Or, chat with our Floral Designer, Nedra, who has over 30 years experience creating the perfect arrangement. She’ll create something amazing for you! BONUS TIP: Have a place to source dried or silk flowers for less? We can help assemble at a fraction of the cost.
2. Rented Wedding Decor
Why go through the hassle of searching for the perfect decor, only to question what to do with it after the big day? Instead of searching for seemingly endless amounts of storage, consider renting plants as your decor pieces, whether they’re for table top centerpieces or a natural touch to your ceremony decorations.
Here at Ashcombe, any of our indoor foliage plants can be rented for 3-days at 50% of the retail price. No minimum or maximum for how many plants you rent. Check out our website for more: https://ashcombe.com/services/
3. Support a Small Bakery
The cost of a wedding cake sits between $700-$1100 on average, but what if I told you a good dessert doesn’t need to come close? If you’re looking custom, but still within reason for your budget-friendly wedding, opt for a small business bakery. You’ll still enjoy a tasty cake at a fraction of the cost. Plus, you’ll be supporting the community by shopping small!
Another option is to skip the cake entirely. Yep, you heard that right. Change it up a little bit by offering your guests something different, like cupcakes or even whoopie pies!
Our bakery offers a free tasting for custom wedding cakes, with up to 4 flavors, as well as discounted pricing for large orders of whoopie pies (mini or regular) or cupcakes (mini or regular).
4. Go Simple With Favors & Gifts
You don’t need elaborate favors for the guest at your wedding. After all, they’re already getting food, dessert, and a great time. But if you’re looking for an added little take-home treat, consider gourmet treats like chocolates, candies, or even something extra-unique like a bag of coffee or a small jar of honey. Our biggest tip? If you’re going to spend money on favors, get something your guests might appreciate. Explore our Gourmet Foods department for an assortment of ideas!
Take a deep breath, you’ve got this! We hope this wedding is everything you’ve dreamed it to be. And if it misses that mark, it’ll be okay – it’s still a celebration, and there’s many more to come!