Wedding Budget:Budgeting Beautifully

July 3, 2008

Budgeting Beautifully

You’ve met the guy, he’s popped the question, you’ve set a date. You’ve also set a budget. And now you’re biting your nails, wondering how you’ll ever meet it. Relax. We’ve got some great tips on how to save a little cash and get ready for your big bash!

Did you know that those eleven ounce bottles of Evian you drink everyday can really add up? Well, they can. To a total of $50 each month. For that kind of cash, you could buy a tiara made of freshwater pearls. As a less expensive alternative to purified water, try a Brita filter. It attaches directly to the tap on your kitchen sink and filters your water for a crystal clear finish. A one-time purchase of only $30.

Consider the grande mocha cappuccino that you order each morning. That quick pick-me-up can add up to $120 each month! In a year’s time, that money could be spent on a gorgeous satin wedding gown. Sample General Foods International Coffee instead. Sold at your local grocer’s, these great tasting coffees come in lots of yummy flavors like cinnamon chai, dark raspberry, and lite mocha. One canister of these nine ounce coffees costs about $4 (and you can make it with your pure Brita water).

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