Planning a wedding is full of little details that can really make a big difference in how smoothly the wedding goes.  From wedding invites to wedding favors, there are various opinions on wedding etiquette do’s and dont’s. Though many traditions have carried on over the years, the evolution of weddings does give way to a new school of thought on how one can save money without the appearance of being cheap.  Most of the time wedding guests will travel great distances and come bearing gifts a plenty for the happy couple. Nothing is worse than showing up to a wedding and feeling like you have to pay to attend. We found some great wedding tips at mixmingleglow.com to help you plan a wedding you can afford while still showing your guests you appreciate them coming to celebrate with you. They’ve broken down their tips into 3 categories: Bad Idea, Better Idea, and Best Idea. 

Wedding Bar

Bad Idea: Cash Bar           weddingcouple

Better Idea: Beer and Wine Bar

Best Idea:  Beer, Wine and a Signature Cocktail

The idea of this being the best choice is because you aren’t asking your guest to pay for anything and are offering them a nice drink selection without breaking your bank.  The saying quality over quantity seems to be the overlying theme.

Check out mixmingleglow.com for more wedding best, better, and bad ideas.  You don’t have to forsake your style and quality just because you are on a budget!  There’s always a way to create a stylish, cost effective wedding.

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