The Knot Chicago Weddings Spring Summer 2020_downmagaz.com

STYLE + PLANNING
If pricey
peonies are
on your musthave
list, be
prepared to save
elsewhere.
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No matter what your budget is, you likely still
have limits—practically every couple does.
Whatever the numbers say, you’re going to want to
make the most of your money when planning your
celebration. To help, we’ve rounded up our best tips, big
and small, to help you spend wisely on your way to “I do.”
vendor and venue recommendations specific to your budget,
which means no more falling in love with a pricey pro you
can’t afford (don’t worry, we’ve all been there). The result?
An easy-to-follow spending road map that will ensure
you stay in the black from your first deposit to your last tip.
FIRST, LAND ON THE RIGHT NUMBER FOR YOU
Before you write a single check, figure out how much you can
afford to spend. That’s where we come in—with The Knot
Wedding Planner app, we’ll help you settle on the right number
for your celebration and offer suggestions for how much of that
budget you should put toward each part of your wedding, from
catering to cake. Plus, we’ll help you turn money to action with
PRIORITIZE YOUR TOP MUST-HAVES
When it comes to wedding planning, there’s no shame in playing
favorites. Before you do too much research, sit down with your
partner and make a list of each of your celebration priorities.
The goal? Decipher where your money is best spent and what
will really set the day apart for you. Remember, there are no
wrong answers here—and it’s okay not to agree on everything! ››
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