Overspending can be very traumatic, especially for couples who are planning to get married these days. This is a fear that triggers many couples today. Many are asking how to make a dream wedding come true without the nightmare price tag. Actually, there are several ways on how to trim down the cost of your wedding, without sacrificing its quality. Just plan well in advance, set a budget, think practical, and be creative!

Traditional weddings usually need different wedding supplies, and one of which are wedding favors. Wedding favors are traditionally given to wedding guests who shared their precious time with the newlywed couple. Each favor given symbolizes thanks and appreciation from the bride and groom. It also serve as a memorabilia of the wedding.

Now, if you are planning a wedding on a budget, you will most likely find inexpensive favors to give to your guests. Wedding favors doesn’t have to be very expensive, anyway. What matters most is the thought you put onto the favors, and not the price. There are lots of inexpensive favors that you may consider to choose from. Opting for cheap doesn’t mean comprising the quality. Find inexpensive favors at discount party shops nearby, or you can browse the Internet to find more wider inexpensive selection of favors.

One of the most inexpensive favors are edible favors. Edible favors can be anything, from Jordan almonds, chocolates, cookies, jams, candies, mints, to even wines, coffees and teas. These edible favors can be bought pre-made in so many party stores out there. Or, if you want to be truly practical, you can make your own homemade edible treats at home. If you think you are creative enough to make and package your favors, feel free to do so. Making-you-own can definitely help cut down your wedding expenses.

DIY wedding favors have been very popular for the past few years. Do-it-yourself projects are the best way to show off creativity and thoughtfulness. You can find DIY favor kits at your local craft store or via the Internet. A few of the most popular DIY wedding favor kits includes do-it-yourself favor boxes, mini bags and other container and packages. Then with these DIY containers, you can simply fill your edible treats such as candies and mints.

Your chosen edible wedding favors can be according to your wedding theme and colors. For example, if you are planning a Las Vegas themed wedding, you can have these “A Lucky Pair” Vegas Themed Personalized Hot Cocoa plus Optional Heart Whisk Wedding Favors given as thank you gifts to your guests. Or, they can also be according to your personality. For example, if you and your spouse are both sports fanatic, then Soccer Theme Miniature Sports Gumball Machine Wedding Favors are one of the best options for you.

Different kinds of wedding favors and other wedding supplies are widely available in so many online stores you. Choices from traditional, themed to unique wedding favors are found by browsing the Net. Make your choice, but make sure to strict within your budget.

If you’re getting married in the peak of summer, or in a hot and humid country, the heat can play an unwelcome part in your wedding. It’s important to keep cool and well hydrated in hot weather, especially when you add adrenaline, a lot of rushing about, alcohol and excitement into the mix!

Overheating and dehydration can make you faint, wobbly and even quite ill – and if you have spent a lot of time in direct sunshine, sunstroke can make you feel like a terrible hangover. Obviously you want to be at your best on your wedding day, and in have lots of energy for your honeymoon rather than feeling like you just want to stay in bed with a bottle of aftersun, so heed our top ten tips for keeping cool on your wedding day.

1. Drink, drink, drink! And not champagne… Make sure you’re well hydrated – try to drink a glass of water in between each alcoholic drink you consume to keep your fluids up and prevent you feeling faint or wobbly. Combine dehydration with all the adrenaline and alcohol of a wedding day and you could be retiring to your wedding suite earlier than you had planned!

2. Provide lots of shade in the form of marquees or gazebos, or you could even set up outdoor seating/dining areas under shady trees for a gorgeous outdoorsy feel.

3. Avoid the heat of the day. Schedule your wedding for either the morning or the afternoon, avoiding the hottest part of the day (between 12 and 3) – or organise things so that the indoor parts of your wedding (ceremony etc) coincide with this time.

4. Grab a hat. Wide brimmed summer hats are very in fashion this summer, and straw hats can look fantastic with a relaxed countryside-themed wedding outfit. Or how about a silk scarf bandana in the colour of your bouquet/bridesmaids’ dresses? And if you’re dressed in vintage, a gorgeous printed sun umbrella could finish your outfit with a stylish twist.

5. Take off your shoes. On a hot day your feet are likely to swell – if you’re in teetering heels this could make for very painful, blistery feet! If it’s a lovely day then kick off your shoes and get back to nature in lovely, cool bare feet.

6. Get indoors. If you feel yourself overheating, take a break and sit in a cool place indoors or in the shade as much as possible. Wedding days are hard work without worrying about being red and sweaty too!

7. Choose a wedding dress that is not too constricting and made from lots of layers. Go for a floaty and thin material with movement that will give you a bit of breeze.

8. If you’re planning an outdoor, summer wedding and can rely on the weather, why not choose a venue with a pool or somewhere where you can bring your own? There are some seriously massive inflatable swimming pools available to buy or hire these days and it could add a fun aspect to your wedding day – think of the photos!

9. Slap on the suncream! Preferably before you put on your wedding dress! Choose a high factor and make sure you get all those areas that are hard to reach (this is what bridesmaids are for!) to avoid painful (and funny looking) sunburn on your honeymoon.

10. Eat small meals and snacks often, rather than large meals spaced out – this keeps your blood sugar up and avoids that over-full slump. The larger the meal, the more heat your body produces in an effort to digest it!

Stay cool, stay safe and have a wonderful summer wedding!