The cost of a wedding is a delicate but very important issue. Usually the costs are divided equally between the families of the bride and groom. However, if the parents of the future newlywed do not have enough money, you will have to consider other options.
Who pays for the wedding
Traditionally, the parents of the bride and groom share the cost of the wedding. In most cases, each party contributes half the amount, but there are exceptions. For example, the groom's parents can purchase furnishings for the newlyweds' apartment, and the bride's family will pay for the wedding banquet. It is the responsibility of the future husband to purchase rings (wedding and engagement). The wedding dress of the bride is usually done by her parents, but much depends on the budget of the celebration.
When deciding who will pay for the celebration, one should not forget about the financial situation of the parties. If one of them is much better provided and plans an expensive celebration, you cannot force the family of the future spouse to spend an equal amount. To avoid misunderstandings, it is better to resolve the issue immediately after the proposal, at the earliest stage.
What if there is no money
The daughter is getting married - for loving parents this day will be a real holiday. However, it can be overshadowed by the financial issue. If the girl's parents do not have money for the wedding, you can choose one of the following options:
- organize a more modest ceremony with fewer guests;
- postpone the solemn celebration, limiting itself to the official registration of marriage;
- to postpone the celebration and accumulate money by joint efforts;
- take a loan.
Many girls dream of a royal wedding with a luxurious dress, a diamond ring, a crowded feast and a honeymoon trip to exotic countries. However, in the absence of funds, you will have to descend from heaven to earth and organize a celebration within the budget. For example, in the summer it is worth having a wedding in nature. A country cottage, a river or lake bank, a picturesque meadow in the forest will do. This format does not require a fluffy dress and stiletto heels, it is better to limit yourself to a light flowing outfit. Instead of expensive restaurant snacks, you should serve vegetables, fruits, kebabs or grilled fish.
If your parents don't have enough money, don't spend your entire budget on a fancy dress. Instead of buying an outfit from a well-known designer, you can purchase a simpler and more practical option that suits the theme of the celebration. Renting a dress is a good idea. Specialty firms offer outfits in different price categories and suitable accessories.
Another option is to save on services. It is worth looking among relatives and acquaintances, it is possible that one of the friends takes good pictures and has the skills of video shooting and video editing, the bride's mother bakes amazing cakes, and her best friend knows how to make bouquets and make beautiful hairstyles. Friends and relatives with creative abilities can be entrusted with the role of toastmaster and presenter, entrusting them with compiling a playlist for a celebration and dancing or decorating a hall for a wedding. As a result, the original estimate can be cut in half without sacrificing quality. If the girl's parents cannot deposit money, they should be concerned about finding good and free helpers. Sometimes such an economy wedding turns out to be very successful, but its preparation will require more strength and nerves.
Some couples experiencing financial difficulties decide to divorce in time the official wedding and solemn events in connection with the creation of a new family. This is not considered bad form today. Only parents and witnesses can be called for registration, and the main celebration can be organized in 6-12 months, choosing the ideal date. A symbolic exchange of rings can be arranged to create an atmosphere. A postponed wedding will give you the opportunity to accumulate the required amount without getting into debt.
The spouses-to-be can bear the main financial costs. You should not force the bride's parents to get into loans, which will be difficult for them to pay off. It is much better to take a loan yourself, having accurately calculated the budget of the celebration. Guests need to make it clear that gifts should be given in money, this will help partially offset the costs.
Sometimes the groom's parents and the future husband himself take all the costs on themselves. In this case, the bride's family should show the utmost delicacy and shorten the list of their invitees so as not to burden the wedding budget.
