Water, flowers in bloom, twinkling stars in the sky among warm summer breezes. These are the things summer time brings. These same things can help you create that beautiful summer wedding you have always dreamed of having one day.
Location: Keep in mind summer is a popular month for weddings so you need to check out some locations way in advance. If you are using a theme wedding you need to set the location to your theme. All about romance is what you desire check botanical gardens, historic mansions and chapels. Parks and public lodges are also a good choice not only for romantic settings but can suite the theme for Summer Time Fun – Picnic style or even outdoor barbecue. If you live near a lake or beach you can have a Sea Side Wedding – by using the ocean/lake as your setting.
Settings: If you wish to use a arch these can be purchased fairly cheap. Miles Kimball on line has them for $19.99, they stand 7 feet tall and 55″ wide. If you are going for a tropical or beach them you can purchase items such as paper lanterns for around $2.00 each, table top torches in a set of two for around $4.99, Leis starting from $2.99 a dozen.
Celestial night theme wedding can consist of purchasing silver twinkling stars that start at $1.99 a dozen,. You can also hang white twinkling lights under some sheer fabric. Use either black or navy tablecloth covers. Table covers are very inexpensive purchase you can get solid color ones at dollar stores for a dollar.
Nature theme can be done by purchasing some ladybug beads to string and hang for about $8.00 a dozen. Butterflies can be purchased at $4.99 for 36 of them in pastel colors from Oriental Trading Company. These can be attached to just about anything you wish.
Flowers: For inexpensive flowers choose from carnations, mums, sunflowers, bachelor buttons and even baby’s breath yes they can be used by themselves. Wedding Flowers Of America on line have some very inexpensive flowers to purchase. For bridal bouquet take several flowers together, trim ends off. Get floral tape and wrap around the stem and secure with pearl head pin available at craft stores. You then can attach ribbon if so desired. For bridesmaids try using one flower instead of several.
Apparel: For the bride who wishes to stay in the traditional wedding dress and wants something new and elegant. I found Light In The Box on line for a large assortment of dresses and very low cost. A 210 style Empire spaghetti strap satin dress sells for only $179.00. Now if you prefer a little more elegance to your day they have a Trumpet/Mermaid scoop sweep satin chiffon gown for only $159.00. Strapless tea-length lace satin brides maids dress are only $89.99. You can also go the simple route and just purchase the dresses off the rack. You dress does not need to be labeled bridal dress to have a wonderful dress to wear. Remember when having bridesmaid dresses please choose them to have a dual purpose. One to wear at your wedding and then be able to cut down or wear again later on as a dress. If having a beach theme wedding you may want to do away with the gown and go for a flowing gauze skirt and shirt instead and sandals.
Wedding Favors: Once again this should be dependent upon your theme you choose or a reflection of yours and the grooms style. If you are going for a beach or Hawaiian theme there are inexpensive shell place card holders under one dollar each, also you can get beach candle travel tins or beach themed place card frames. For pure elegance at a very affordable price purchase crystal cross favors 22.25″ x 1.25″ and come in a deluxe silver gift box for only $1.39. There are a lot of unique favors that range from simple to elegant at affordable prices on line as from Favor Favor.
Cake: Try getting a simple white sheet cake that can be decorated with flowers. Or instead of a cake have cupcakes and build a cupcake tower. For beach wedding you can decorate cake with seashells. There are also stores on line such as Wedding Mountain that sell cake toppers for themes such as Hawaiian that includes palm tree topper for under $20.00.
Menu: Since summer weddings mean hot weather plan a meal that is light. People do not enjoy eating heavy foods this time of year. Try serving fresh salads, salmon, chicken. If your doing a Western theme by all means bring on the baked beans and hamburgers.
Attendant Gifts: For the girls you can get personalized bud vases which cost around $9.00 each, compact mirrors starting from under $2.00. For the guys we have the usual beer mugs and engraved money clips. If you wish to spend a little more and do something different for $34.00 you can get personalized pub signs.
Invitations: You can find a lot of places that have discounted wedding invitations. They look elegant and classy and yet are very affordable. The classic look 100 count for $45.00. You can also choose the print your invitations and just purchase the invitations and envelopes. The cost is dependent on where you go for the invitation paper and envelopes. Ann Bridal Bargains has a price range of $22.95 to $30.00 for 50 invitations.
Discount Paper Outlets also carry them and you maybe able to purchase them for less.
You can also purchase card stock paper and buy the envelopes to fit. There are many programs on line that help you create your own invitations for free.
Unity Candles: Generally cost around $20.00 depending on what type you like. You can also get bride and groom unity candles for the same price.
Guest Books: Satin guest books which look elegant have a price of around $20.00. The more elaborate you get the more the price will increase. Sometimes you can find a guest book, pen and glassware set for around $40.00.
Sources
http://www.wedding.net/wedding-articles/summer-weddings-on-a-budget/
http://weddingsaffordable.com/cheap-summer-wedding-favors/
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http://weddingflowersofamerica.com/index.php inexpensive flowers
http://www.wedthemes.com/celestial-theme-wedding.shtml
http://www.beau-coup.com/table-decorations.htm
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http://www.favorfavor.com/page/FF/CTGY/Beach
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Reference:
- www.associatedcontent.com/article/4275/inexpensive_weddings_how_to_have_a.html?cat=23
- www.associatedcontent.com/article/2107069/10_ways_to_have_an_inexpensive_wedding.html
- www.weddingthemes.net/summer_wedding_theme.htm
