Saving on Weddings? Not in 2012!
Are lace and garters recession-proof? Even with a depressed economy, wedding costs continued to rise in 2012.
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For Richer, Not Poorer: 6 Reasons to Cut Your Wedding Cost in Half
Financial advisor Nicole Seghetti has counseled many young couples, and never once has she heard newlyweds say they wish they'd spent more on their wedding. Mostly, they wished they'd spent far less. Here are the six most common things they'd rather have saved that cash for, and how much further it would have gotten them.
Staged Eloping: Dream Weddings Without Nightmare Price Tags
"Staged elopements" -- weddings where the couple escapes with little more than an officiant, a photographer and a dream wedding dress -- are becoming increasingly popular. The nuptials may be extravagant, but without the big guest list, they're still cheaper than traditional weddings.
Beautiful Wedding Decor on a Budget
If you're like many brides today, you want to dazzle your guests without breaking the bank. David Tutera, the host of We TV's My Fair Wedding, gives DailyFinance readers decorating tips that will help you stick to your budget.
