Budget~ its mere mention may cause some of us to simultaneously hear nails on a chalkboard with our first instinct being to run away. There are few who like to keep track of their expenditures; however, it is as necessary as obtaining a marriage license. With an established budget there is organization and control.

After sharing the wonderful news of your engagement, meet with those who are sharing in your wedding costs to openly and honestly discuss the amount of money each will be contributing. You will leave with answers rather than assumptions and a clear understanding of who is paying for what. Once you have a realistic dollar amount to work with, have a heart to heart conversation with your fiancé(e) and talk about what you both want for your wedding day. For instance, perhaps ever since you were 13 years old, you have been imagining leaving your formal wedding ceremony in a horse-drawn carriage. In order for this to happen, it may be necessary to forgo something else. Prioritizing and establishing a budget will help you to manage your overall wedding costs.
Once you have your budget and priorities in place, then the real fun begins! Research your desirables and discover the myriad of resources available to you: family, friends and the incredible internet highway! Remember, the wedding of your dreams can be attained on any budget through your creativity and perseverance! To view a traditional listing of who pays for what, go to www.MagnetStreetWeddings.com and click on “Help and FAQ” in the title bar. Click “Wedding Etiquette” and then on “Who Pays for What.”

Feel free to email brides@magnetstreet.com to give us your feedback or budgeting tips that have worked for you.