To plan a budget-friendly wedding, prioritize your expenses, DIY where feasible, seek out deals and discounts, consider off-season dates, and limit your guest list. Also, renting vs. buying and utilizing digital invites can save money.
Use a wedding planning binder or digital tools, create a detailed timeline and checklist, delegate tasks to trusted family and friends, and have regular check-ins with your vendors to ensure everything is on track.
Avoid pitfalls like overspending, failing to communicate effectively with vendors, neglecting the timeline, not having a backup plan for weather, and not delegating tasks, which can all add unnecessary stress to your wedding planning.