#1 - the most important thing - the photography. Your cousin Billy who took a photo course at the art annex doesn't have the skill to get you those incredible photographs you really want. He also doesn't have the quality equipment. And what if his camera battery dies mid ceremony? What if he likes taking pictures of his kids more than photos of you cutting the cake? If you're really looking to save, and don't want to go for an all-out professional, at a minimum, check with your local art school and talk to the photography students who are in their senior year. There's a huge difference in what student in their senior year and students in their sophomore year have learned - don't learn that the hard way. But honestly, if you can only spend the extra money on one thing - spend it on your photographer.
#2 - the dress. Let's face it, most girls dream about their wedding day growing up. And there's a certain image that comes to mind with that dream - the dress she'll wear. You'll only wear it once, but it'll be for the most special day of your life - why not wear something you feel magical in? Trust me on this one. This is something you want to look back on and not regret.
#3 - your choice. When you're doing your wedding budget, there's something you tell your planner that is very important to you; a priority. If it's that important, don't let it fall to the way side. Put the money aside so that when you look back on your wedding it's everything you wanted it to be.
Happy planning!
Rebekah Ross
Weddings & Events
