Budget Friendly

A DIY Dream in Their Own Backyard

Kat

Lonely Hunter Weddings

March 8, 2024

Stephanie and Ryan were married at the bride's parent's home. They wanted a budget-friendly DIY day which was themed around their favourite colours. "I had always wanted a beautiful deep navy/ blue as my wedding colour theme", the bride told us. "This happened to suit Ryan too with his red hair and blue eyes. As we started looking for bridesmaid dresses we found these beautiful marigold coloured ones and fell in love. The colour scheme then shifted to include marigolds and yellow/orange tones as well as all the blue."

Intimate Tropical Neon Jungle Wedding

Kat

Epps

February 23, 2024

Victoria and David chose Kitchen Garden Cafe in the heart of Kings Heath, Birmingham as the venue for their in intimate, colourful wedding. Inspired by tropical colours and florals, they worked closely with an up-and-coming local florist to create the most fun and colourful day. The addition of a neon signs and touches of leopard print made it feel totally custom and 'them'.

Surprise Wedding with Minimal Stress

Kat

C&B

February 21, 2024

Having been together for eight years, Haylee and Mac decided to throw out all the expectations of what people think a wedding should be. As none of their families had met, on April 22nd 2023, both families and their closest friends were invited to what thought would be an engagement party and a meeting of the families. To their surprise, it was actually their wedding day! Smiles and happy tears all round!

Budget Rock n Roll Vegas Elopement

Kat

Jamie Y

February 13, 2024

At a time where wedding extravagance can often overshadow the real meaning of getting married, Sydney and Steven chose to strip it back to basics with an elopement that was budget friendly but packed full of personality, heart and love.

Urban Disco Glitter Party with a Rock n’ Roll Twist

Kat

Dave Fallon

February 8, 2024

Embracing the spirit of Rock n Roll Bride, Kirsty and Paul ditched the conventional wedding playbook for their day which reflected their unique personalities and love for music. Their celebration at Saint Luke's & The Winged Ox, a venue known for its musical heritage, was a perfect blend of Scottish tradition, disco balls, fairy lights and the gritty urban backdrop which they really wanted.

A Gothic & Horror Romance

Kat

February 2, 2024

Inspired by Morticia and Gomez Addams, Nathalie and Rich wanted their Easter Sunday wedding to feature all their favourite things such as horror, alternative fashion and vegan food. They had a small budget of £7,000 but by stripping away a lot of the extras, they were still able to have the most beautiful day.

Cowboys, California & Country Music

Kat

Deni Barras Weddings

January 30, 2024

Lauren-Jayne and Josh were teenage sweethearts, meeting a local skate spot when they were still at school. When they married in May 2923, they even revisited the same skate spot for some photos!

Gothic Meets Celestial Brewery Wedding on a Budget

Kat

Laura Wilson

January 24, 2024

Claire and Ralph own a small pub, so naturally they got married in a working brewery! With a budget of just £4,000, they pulled off both an intimate family wedding at the registry office, and then a few days later a bit party for everyone else. "We chose to get married around Halloween as it's my favourite time of year", Claire told us, "I also wanted to bring in my love for all things celestial."

Sixties Inspired Elopement at The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign

Kat

Cassandra Daye

January 8, 2024

In front of the famous 'Welcome to Las Vegas' sign, Lili and John, wedding photographers themselves, said their own vows. Inspired by the aesthetics of the 1960s, their elopement was about capturing and celebrating the moment, rather than just checking boxes.

Beetlejuice inspired Sure Thing Chapel Elopement

Kat

Dan Bushkin

December 19, 2023

For just £2000, Danielle and Carl wore their Beetlejuice inspired outfits to marry at Sure Thing Chapel in Las Vegas in February. They made all their decisions quickly and the planning was stress-free from start to finish because they had no guests!

Dinosaurs, Skulls & A Black Wedding Dress: A DIY Wedding with the Best First Look of All Time

Kat

David Long Photographer

December 7, 2023

How much dopamine can we slam into one day?" That's the question Cal and Cols asked themselves when they began planning their 'wedding 2.0'. Legally married in 2018, they eloped first time round, so wanted to have a big party to celebrate where they are in their relationship now.

Viking Meets Pagan Winter Wedding

Kat

Nomadic Weddings

December 4, 2023

In a celebration that embraced the beauty of winter and the enchantment of Nordic traditions, Halley and Sam tied the knot in a truly unique way. Their ceremony, officiated by a pagan high priestess, infused Nordic and pagan elements, creating an experience which felt truly authentic to them.

Elegance & Bling with a Charitable Twist

Kat

Farawayland Weddings

December 1, 2023

The Pop-Up Chapel Co. is not your typical wedding venue - it's a revolutionary concept that pairs pop-up chapels with charities and top-notch vendors to create a distinctive wedding experience. Since launching, they have married over 400 couples and raised over $100,000 for various causes.

How to Not to Let Your Wedding Budget Define Your Day

Jon Carpenter

Kerrilyn

November 30, 2023

How much is it? What, thousand?! OK, what’s the next option down? That’s the cheapest?! Fuck me, I guess we’ll have to rethink the live band. How much did your parents say they’re giving us again? What, hundred?! Shit. Well apparently we have to get them, the planner said they bring the whole theme together. I don’t know what theme, she just said ‘theme’. Maybe we can lose the cocktail truck…”

Medieval Meets Bohemian, Fairy-esque Garden Party

Kat

Janine Rose

November 13, 2023

Armed with a budget of $7,000, Michaela and Matthew planned their wedding in just eight months. Drawing inspiration from the medieval, bohemian, fairy-esque weddings that they'd seen online, Michaela used jewel-toned and DIY elements to create their vision from start to finish.

Rock ‘n’ Roll London Wedding with a Playlist to Match

Kat

Robin Goodlad

October 17, 2023

With Jackie hailing from the United States and Sean from the East End of London, their wedding was an unforgettable mix of British charm and American flair. Their love story unfolded in the heart of London, taking their guests on a wild tour from Hoxton to Piccadilly.

I Do … & I Don’t – A Feminist Guide to Weddings & Marriage: Budget Embarrassment

Rachel Darwin

Applehead Photography & Design

October 3, 2023

You might be so rock ‘n roll that you couldn’t give a monkey’s about feeling embarrassed about or ashamed of your wedding budget. If you couldn’t care less about what society has tried to tell you that you ‘should’ be doing when it comes to your wedding then I have just two words for you… GO YOU.

Sparkles & Fireworks Inspired Working Men’s Club Wedding

Kat

Ellie Grace

September 27, 2023

Even the most non-traditional of weddings can often end up following a similar schedule and format. But for Lucy and Paul, who got engaged just six months after their romance rekindled after 12 years apart, they wanted to do things truly differently. With a modest budget, their two-day event was inspired by their love of sparkle, the date (November 5th) and the working men's club where they held the party.

Alternative Victorian Gothic Wedding in the Australian Bush

Kat

Wild White Photo Co.

September 26, 2023

In the heart of the Australian bushland, Kookaburra Hideaway in Hunter Valley specifically, Kalli and James celebrated their love in their own uniquely styled way. Goth kids at their core, their DIY wedding was inspired by the Victorian gothic style they love and wear in their everyday lives

Money Mindset & Why Spending on Your Wedding Can Feel So Stressful

Guest Contributor

Jamie Y

September 18, 2023

Congratulations! The question has been popped and you’re well on the way to planning your dream day. The budget has been decided, the date is set and it’s all very exciting. But as the spending gets under way, you start to notice some anxiety and stress creeping in. There’s a temptation to cut things out of your plan and rein everything in.

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