You’re happily engaged and thrilled to start planning your nuptials. While fun tasks like ring shopping, cake tasting, and venue visits are easy to get excited about, most couples first need to settle on a wedding budget. It’s the first step in the planning process and it lays out a smooth path for making decisions down the road.

Wedding costs can easily get out of hand if you don’t set a budget, so it’s important to tackle this task early on. To help you out, we’ll show you how to set a budget for your wedding and share tips for crafting a wedding budget breakdown that meets your priorities. With a well-crafted budget, you can avoid unnecessary stress and set yourselves up for a beautiful wedding day and financially stable journey as newlyweds.
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Setting a wedding budget can seem like a daunting task. You might have no idea how much it will cost, how long you’ll need to save, or how to manage your expenses to achieve the results you want. Aside from the hard costs of the wedding itself, there are also many other components that add to your wedding budget, including beauty treatments, bridal party gifts, and transportation. 

If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. This guide offers an easy way to figure out your wedding fund, including a wedding budget breakdown that’ll help you plan the celebration of your dreams.
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There’s something romantic about a rustic wedding. The old-world charm, intimate atmosphere, and simplicity of natural elements make it a fanciful way to celebrate love. Rustic themes are also versatile, making it easy to incorporate personal elements and put your own spin on the theme.

Here, we’ll show you how to plan a stunning rustic wedding without breaking your budget. From choosing a romantic venue to creating DIY decor, these budget rustic wedding ideas will help you plan the big day of your dreams.
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One of the best parts of planning a wedding is designing the decor. You get to bring your dreams to life and honor your love story in a way that’s unique to you as a couple. Wedding table decorations — including place settings, accent elements, and centerpieces all make the big day memorable. 

If you can afford it, go all out on over-the-top wedding table decorations to create the perfect finishes for a dreamy day. For budget-minded couples, a gorgeous centerpiece can make a dramatic impact without breaking the bank. Here, you’ll find some of our favorite wedding table decorations for all budgets and styles. Plus, you’ll find invitation inspiration to match your wedding theme and decor.
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There are many reasons for giving your wedding guests a party favor. These little gifts show your guests how much you appreciate their presence on one of the most important days of your life. 

Party favors also enable you to show off your personality and add some extra fun to the big day. Plus, they’re a great way for guests to remember the special moment. From trending edible wedding favors to classic options guests are sure to love, here are some of our favorite wedding favor ideas.
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When planning a wedding on a budget, it can be tough to know what’s worth spending on and which areas are good for saving money. Perhaps you’re working with a tight budget or want to save on your big day so you can indulge in a luxurious honeymoon as newlyweds instead. To help you navigate it all, this guide offers practical and creative ways to plan your dream wedding on a budget. You’ll find ideas on venues, decor, catering, and more.

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You’ve found the love of your life, and now it’s time to write your wedding vows. If you’ve chosen to write the vows yourself, you know the magnitude of the moment. This special undertaking offers a chance to express how much your future spouse means to you — in your own words.

Learning how to write wedding vows can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to do it alone. To help you create personal wedding vows that are authentic and heartfelt, discover our tips on structure, tone, and other elements that will showcase your thoughtfulness and personality.
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You have your heart set on a magical destination wedding or a travel-themed celebration in honor of your love. With so many exciting plans at the ready, you definitely want wedding stationery that’s just as vibrant and fun — like passport wedding invitations.

In this guide, we’ll share top tips for creating travel-themed wedding invitations, plus wording ideas. We’ll also share our hand-picked selection of favorite travel-inspired designs. Get ready to fly!
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For many of us, our wedding day reflects our values. We celebrate in meaningful ways to create moments we’ll cherish forever. If sustainability and minimizing your impact on the local community are important to you, planning a green wedding is a wonderful way to put your priorities into practice. 

Here, we’ve rounded up eco-friendly wedding ideas and tips to reduce your environmental footprint without sacrificing quality or style on your big day. From seasonal wedding flowers to paperless stationery, these eco-chic ideas will help you share your love not only with each other but also with Mother Nature. 
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Your bridesmaids are not only your closest friends and family, but they’re also your support team leading up to the big day. From helping you with wedding details and preparing the bridal shower to standing by your side as you say “I do,” they’re an important part of this momentous experience. 

So it’s no surprise that you want to show your appreciation by giving them a special bridesmaid gift. Read on to discover fun, fashionable, and thoughtful bridesmaid gifts at a variety of price points. 
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