Planning a vow renewal can be a stressful process, as it’s more open to interpretation the second time around. But, not to worry, you aren’t on your own with this one. Plus, as you’ve already gotten married, most couples tend to opt for a smaller, intimate occasion to cut back on cash. So, if you are looking to plan your vow renewal with a tighter budget, here are a few tips to make sure your ceremony is still unforgettable, but also cost-effective!
- Have An Intimate Celebration: This goes without saying, but the more guests you invite to your vow renewal, the more expensive the celebration will be. So, have a sit down with your partner and really cut down your guest list to your very nearest and dearest. It’s not nice to have to cut people out, but if they were invited to your ‘first wedding’, we’re sure they’ll be understanding about not being invited to your vow renewal if it’s a more intimate occasion. Plus, it makes it feel that little bit more special as you can spend more personal time with your guests, and affordable wedding venues tend to charge less for more intimate celebrations too!
- Reuse Your Original Wedding Outfits: If you’re planning on renewing your vows, chances are you already have your original wedding outfits tucked safely away in the back of your wardrobe. So, instead of purchasing a new outfit, it would be a great idea to wear your original outfit from your big day. It’s a great way to save some cash and also adds an extra sentimental touch to your budget vow renewal, as it takes you back to the first time around. How romantic does that sound, plus, thrifting and buying second hand is popular now, so you’ll fit right in!
- Get Crafting: Over the years, it’s become more popular for first time newlyweds to incorporate some kind of DIY crafting into their big day to give it a more personal touch. So, we think it would be a great idea to include some crated decorations into your vow renewal too. There’s so many fantastic ideas and guides on Pinterest for inspiration, and you can even get your nearest and dearest involved to make it the occasion feel more special. Such a good way to keep that budget on track, plus it’s fun, let those creative juices flow!
- Have A Celebration At Home: When it comes to vow renewals, not everyone has a budget flexible enough to rent out a wedding venue for the occasion (especially if you’re planning to have a larger wedding party).So, having thevow renewal in your home with your close family and friends could be a great, cost-effective alternative. Plus, it cuts costs for important factors such as transportation and accommodation. Meaning you have more budget to spend elsewhere!
- Make It A Potluck: Rather than cater for you’re the guests at your vow renewal, have everyone bring their own dish that they can add to a buffet style ‘potluck’ menu for all of your guests to enjoy. That way, you can cut back on food and drinks prices as they often cost the most money (especially if you’re planning a larger occasion). Plus, you’ll get a wide variety of food meaning there will be something for everyone to enjoy!
As you can see, there’s no need to worry if you’re trying to plan your vow renewal on a budget, as there are a million and one ways to help you cut back but still make it a memorable occasion. We hope this blog serves as some great inspiration for your renewal, happy planning!
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