When you hear the wedding bells, do you also hear the sound of your wallet deflating? No fret, there are a million ways you can save money for your wedding.

First of all, you can choose the venue you want the wedding to be in. While fairytale castles are a ready choice, you can always go for the classic church venue to save on money. You can save money by choosing only one wedding venue.

Next up on your how to save on your wedding day list is the guest list. Consider inviting only the closest of the close, and you’ll cut your expenses in half. Sure you’ll cut some ties, but hey, at least you’ll have a good assignment to have after the wedding–repairing friendships.

Next are the food and drinks. On average, wedding receptions include food and drinks. In the UK that costs around 6,000 pounds. If you consider getting foods with sauces, you’ll save a lot of money. The sauce is what’s going to fill them up. Rather than a 3-course meal, why not have a buffet instead?

Next on the list is entertainment. Forget about the DJ. Hire a student-DJ, or a cousin who likes playing music. Why not go all the way and hire a classmate who loves to sing!

Next is the wedding gown. You can always opt for a rental gown. As long as you’ve got the right fit, I’m sure you’ll rock that dress.

Planning a wedding is like designing cad, it tends to get complicated if you’re not an expert in it. That’s why you need all the help you can. Ask your friends and relatives for help. Pretty soon, you’ll be living your happily ever after.