Let’s be honest: Wedding costs add up quickly. And they usually add up to a lot. While I’m not here today to tell you how much you should spend on your wedding or the best ways to save money, I have one simple tip from my experience photographing weddings — and from being a wedding guest.

When it comes to your wedding decor, if you have to budget carefully, spend the majority of your money on things your guests will get to enjoy throughout the wedding, things that will enhance the atmosphere, and things that contribute to the overall feel that you want for your celebration.
Don’t spend money simply to spend it. That’s a recipe for buyer’s remorse and wedding regrets.

Instead, figure out what you would like. Price check it and determine whether it fits in your budget. Does the impact it will have on your wedding day seem worth the cost? If so, proceed. If not, move on to the next thing — and don’t look back.

~ Laura