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Most brides want a fairytale wedding, complete with all the trimmings and special touches, but a Michigan wedding can run into some pretty substantial expenditures. Planning an affordable Michigan wedding that is still beautiful, romantic and unforgettable means knowing the best ways to save money while still keeping that romantic vision.
We’ve put together some great tips for saving money on your wedding so you can celebrate in style without ruining your budget as a newly married couple.
1. Shop for your wedding gown early and check out several bridal shops. You may be surprised by the considerable price difference from one shop to another. Ask the sales staff about discontinued gowns or gowns that are from last year’s collections. These are often sold at a steep discount and no one but you will know that you found a bargain.
2. Look for a reception location that won’t need a lot of decorating. You can have a Michigan wedding at any one of several historical locations and special event venues that are lovely and have wonderful ambiance. You’ll want to find a historic locale with the look and feel of a castle, complete with formal gardens, stonewalls, arched windows and the feel of the Old World, the romance and beauty are already there. No finishing touches will be needed. The prettier the natural setting, the less you’ll have to pay to dress it up.
3. Ask your reception hall about what they include in the price. Some locations charge extra for the rental of tables, chairs, candles and linens. Don’t forget to consider this; if you find a place that includes these extras in the cost of the location, you’ll save money in the long run. Since they have everything on hand, you will eliminate this cost from your catering and decorating budget.
4. Bundle the locations for your Michigan wedding. In other words, find a place that is perfect for the rehearsal dinner, wedding and reception all in one. You’ll save a significant amount of money by booking everything together. Reception halls and historic locations love being able to take care of you on your wedding day from beginning to end. They benefit from having two full days of activities at their location, and you benefit from the reduced cost. With less transportation needed, the reduced cost of using the same caterer for both the rehearsal dinner and wedding reception, and the opportunity to streamline everything, will not only save you money, it will save you aggravation. If you host everything in one location, you have fewer contacts to worry about and less confusion. Peace of mind can be priceless when planning your Michigan wedding!
5. Look for a Michigan wedding location that provides you with a facilitator at no extra cost. These are staff members, often certified wedding planners, who work with all their guests to coordinate your special day from beginning to end. Since it’s included in the cost of your wedding and reception, you aren’t paying out of pocket for your own wedding planner.
6. Remember to look for beautiful photo opportunities. Michigan is filled with locations that feature beautiful gardens and are close to the shore. These make wonderful backgrounds for your wedding photos and are free to use any time. If you find a reception location that has their own gardens and is an easy drive to the shore for additional pictures, you’ve found a gem.
7. Many Michigan wedding planners save money be recommending that brides pick out their favorite music and put it all on a CD to be used at the wedding ceremony. It’s less expensive than hiring professional musicians, and you don’t have to worry about no-shows. You’re guaranteed to have great music at a reasonable price, and you can pick all your favorite songs. A DJ at the reception is also much less expensive than a live band, and you aren’t limited to a particular type of music.
8. If you are planning on hosting an open bar at your Michigan wedding reception, ask if you can bring your own alcohol and supply your own bartender. Hiring a bartender directly eliminates the fee for a middleman, and you’ll save hundreds of dollars by buying your own liquor. The mark-up on alcohol, wine and beer is usually substantial.
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Lenox Tuscany Classics Pilsner Glasses, Set of 4 $25.26 Inspired by the lush vineyards of Tuscany, Lenox has created a taster’s collection of full-lead crystal stemware that permits each type of wine or spirit to be fully and exquisitely appreciated. Each delicately balanced stem is designed to capture the soul of a particular beverage, allowing you to enjoy it to the utmost…. |
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Lemon Lime Squeezer $3.30 Lemon-lime squeezer by Winco. WINCO is a manufacturer and worldwide importer of kitchenware and tableware. From cookware to flatware, we are dedicated to provide professional chefs and restaurateurs with quality products and superb services.”)… |
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Margarita Salt Rimmer (3-Tier) Chrome $18.99 Made of durable plastic Color: Chrome… |
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Drinking Straws (7 3/4 inch) (Box of 700+!!!!) – BLACK $11.95 OVER 700 per box!!!!!!… |
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Sip Straws (5 3/4 inch) (Box of 2,000+!!!!!!!!!!!) – Black $11.95 OVER 2000 per box!!!! Shop around, best buy on straws there is!… |
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Collins Straws (7 3/4 inch) (Box of 1500+!!!!!!) – BLACK $13.95 OVER 1500 per box!!!!!! Please be advised that a Collins straw is thinner than a drinking straw. It is often used in cocktails such as tall Collins drinks… |
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Blood, Sweat, & Beers: Best of the Bar Bands $0.01 … |
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Sleazefest: Two Nights of Bands, ‘B’-Movies, Bar-B-Q & Beer! … |
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TS825 Bob Marley Jamaica Flag Concrete Jungle T-Shirt TS825 Bob Marley Jamaica Flag Concrete Jungle T-ShirtBrand New!! Officially Licensed!Color: White… |
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Neon Headphones and Equalizer T-shirt, Men’s DJ EQ Oversized Neon Design Shirts Our T-shirts are made of a 100% fully machine washable cotton/poly blend for a cool and comfortable fit every time. They feature insanely funny phrases and pictures. Shocking and bold, stand out at the bar, school or just lounge around the house…. |
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Personalized Irish Beer Bar Sign $43.99 Bring the luck ‘o’ the Irish into your home decor with our traditional Irish Beer Bar Sign by Cathy’s Concepts. Perfect for all indoor settings, this personalized pub sign looks great in any kitchen, barbeque area, bar or living room. With its wood paneled background and rustic tavern design, it brings old world appeal to even the most modern of settings. Give as a gift to attendants, for holidays, birthdays or any day. One thing is for sure, the recipient is sure to “Cheers!” your unique thought. Crafted of sturdy laminated wood and designed in bold, fresh colors, this unmistakable plaque is not only tailored to each individual, but its universal appeal will last for years to come. This personalized pub sign is the perfect addition to any bar, game room or office and makes for a fantastic gift for all occasions. This pub sign is refined with a high gloss finish, free personalization and an attachable hanger, making it a guaranteed crowd pleaser. The sign can be personalized with your name. Personalization Options: The Irish Beer Bar Sign may be personalized with a possessive first or last name (max of 12 characters) and a year at No Additional Cost. Be sure to add all information in the space exactly as you would like it to appear.Please Note: In order for your bar sign to be personalized properly, names should be in the possessive form with an (’s) added to the end. For example, if your name is Smith, it should be entered above as Smith’s.Please allow up to 2-3 business days for personalized items to ship.Features:• Crafted of sturdy laminated wood• Features a rustic tavern design• Personalize with a possessive first or last name and favorite year• Refined with a high gloss finishSize: 15 3/8″tall x 11 1/2″wide |
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Beer: Beer, History of Beer $14.14 Beer: Beer, History of Beer |
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Great American Craft Beer $13.97 Great American Craft Beer takes readers on a passionate and informative journey through the most palate pleasing ales and lagers produced in America today. Built on the inalienable truth that there is a beer out there for everyone, the book directs readers to focus on the flavors they already enjoy tasting, such as sweet fruits, roasted coffee, or bitter hops. More than 80 styles and 340 beer profiles are accompanied by full-color photographs and illustrations of the beers and beer labels. This unconventional approach allows drinkers of all experience levels to step right up to the bar and order their next pint with confidence.Both a personal guide and companion to the exciting world of American craft beer, this unique book touches upon several subject areas, including not only beer, but food, travel, history, and the stories and personalities of those who brew America’’s best beers. It includes 25 perfect pairing recipes and profiles of some of the best brewpubs in the country. |
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Free Beer Tomorrow Metal Bar Sign $14.95 Free Beer Tomorrow Metal Bar Sign. This rustic tin sign reproduction is ready for hanging from pre-drilled holes in the corners. These signs are often replicas of vintage restaurant signs of the 40’s and 50’s. In stock and ready to ship. Features: Made of metal. Pre-drilled holes in the corners for easy hanging. Specs: Dimensions: 11 1/2 W x 16 H. |
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Leprechaun Beer Tap Handle $43.95 Pour your favorite Irish pint with this Leprechaun tap handle. Great for an Irish theme bar or pub. Bring this one out on St. Patrick’s Day when serving green beer. Brand new! In stock and ready to ship. Features: Made of a composite material. Specs: Dimensions: 10 H. |
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Summit: CARTOSBC 61” Serving Cart with 2 Towel Bar Handles, Bottle Opener, Ice Storage and Beer Dispenser $3975 Summit: CARTOSBC 61” Serving Cart with 2 Towel Bar Handles, Bottle Opener, Ice Storage and Beer Dispenser |
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Songs Written by Scotty Emerick: Beer for My Horses I Love This Bar a Little Too Late I’m Ju $14.14 Songs Written by Scotty Emerick: Beer for My Horses I Love This Bar a Little Too Late I’m Ju |
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Beer and the Beer Traffic (1874) $10.18 Beer and the Beer Traffic (1874) |
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Bar Band Americanus:best Of Charlie P $10.99 Bar Band Americanus:best Of Charlie P |
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Cork N’ Battle String Band:ken’s Bar $7.99 Cork N’ Battle String Band:ken’s Bar |
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Sexy Gretchen Beer Garden Costume $43.99 Our sexy bar maid Halloween costume includes a peasant top dress with satin ribbon trim and sexy thigh high stockings with matching bows This sexy beer garden girl costume is a fitting Oktoberfest costume Shoes not included |
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Scottish Beer Bar Maid Tavern Wench Halloween Costume $91.99 Serve up a Frosty Pint in this Bar Maid Outfit! |
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Beer and Breweries in Germany: Beer in Germany Smoked Beer $14.14 Beer and Breweries in Germany: Beer in Germany Smoked Beer |
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Irish Beer Coasters (Set of 4) $32.99 Bring old world Irish charm into your home with our traditional Irish Beer Coasters by Cathy’s Concepts. With its wood paneled background and rustic tavern design, this coaster set brings rustic appeal to every table it protects. Give as a gift to everyone from college friends and wedding attendants to family and co-workers. This charming coaster set is refined with a high gloss finish, free personalization and cork backing. Sold in a set of 4.Personalization Options: The Irish Beer Coasters may be personalized with a possessive first or last name (max of 12 characters) and a year at No Additional Cost. Be sure to add all information in the space exactly as you would like it to appear.Please Note:In order for your bar coasters to be personalized properly, all names should have an (’s) added to the end. For example, if your name is Smith, it should be entered as Smith’s.Please allow up to 2-3 business days for personalized items to ship.Features:• Crafted of sturdy laminated wood• Cork backing• Features a brick, beer, pilsner and pretzel design• Personalize with a possessive first or last name• Sold in a set of 4Size: 3 3/4″square |
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Adult Sexy Gretchen Beer Garden Costume $48.99 Our sexy bar maid Halloween costume includes a peasant top dress with satin ribbon trim and sexy thigh high stockings with matching bows. This sexy beer garden girl costume is a fitting Oktoberfest costume. Shoes not included. |
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Wot! No Beer? $5.99 Wot! No Beer? |
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Canned Beer $10.99 Canned Beer |
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One Beer $10.99 One Beer |
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Beer-Movie $7.99 Beer-Movie |
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Beer Nutz $8.99 Beer Nutz |
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Beer Garden $19.03 Beer Garden |
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A Beer a Day $15.18 A Beer a Day |
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Beer & Philosophy $15.62 Beer & Philosophy |
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Christmas Beer $5.99 Christmas Beer |
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Beer Goggles $17.14 Beer Goggles |
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The Beer Book $15.22 The Beer Book |
