Your big day is more than likely going to be the most expensive day of your life. The average couple spends close to twenty-seven thousand dollars on the occasion. Whether you’re looking to keep your…
I’m Vincent with Pixan Photography and, as a destination photographer in Mexico, Summer is pretty much my team’s reality all year round. And now as the season is approaching for our friends in North…
When it comes to bars, Wedding for $1000 has got your deliciously indulgent, little food loving heart covered! When it comes to fresh wedding ideas we like to stay just as up to date as you are! We…
You’re getting married!!! Get excited and get to planning. Here are the most important B-List do’s when it comes to tying the knot in pure style! Photo credit Budget Developing a realistic budget is…
Give Your Guests The Heads Up If There’s Going to Be a Cash Bar The BIGGEST “Do” of any cash bar situation is to simply let your guests know they gotta pay for booze. Cash bars are super practical…
When it comes to boozy drinks and whipping up signature cocktails, you can do it on a budget with all those cute little mason jars. We absolutely love mason jar cocktails for weddings! Think it might…
Want to bring style and fun to your cocktail wedding reception? These five adorable and delicious food and drink combos are just the thing for any DIY Bride and her army of creative cooks. If you’re…
Perfect for the budget couple who want to throw a backyard wedding reception, this idea is also quite sweet in public gardens. Check local botanical gardens and parks for venue hire, too. If you do…
How much you spend on alcohol at your wedding is going to depend on the answers to several critical questions. We’re going to ask the questions here so you can start making plans and map out your…
Do you dream of hosting a luxury wedding, but fear that it is not a financial possibility for you and your fiancé? Fear not! Here at The Bella Sera Event Center, a local wedding venue in Denver,…
His & Hers Cocktail Hour One way to skip the open bar tradition that may bankrupt you is to gift your friends a little love with his and hers cocktails. With how well my friends can put back the…
Once you’re married, the stress seems to just fade away. But while you’re planning a wedding on an itty bitty budget, the cost of everything just seems to get ever more overwhelming. The costs of…
Drinks are my ultimate specialty when it comes to catering and who doesn’t love a good drink bar. From champagne to bloody marys and beer, there’s a little something for every kind of wedding theme.…
Bet you didn’t even think about bringing back some pre-prohibition cocktail ideas for the perfect signature wedding drink. Well, we did and what we found is absolutely fabulous for the couple that…
Many brides dream of a glamorous wedding but not every bride has the budget. Instead of forgoing that dream altogether, here are some places where you can save money, and I bet your guests won’t even…
Sometimes you just want to stop planning and start partying. Forget the fru-fru cocktails and fuss over drinks and focus on party punch! The perfect wedding reception can also pack one amazing punch.…
When it comes to cutting costs on your wedding a bar with no alcohol is definitely going to make things much more affordable. Then again, how much does it cost to provide a non-alcoholic bar of…
*Editor’s Note: this was written with an American audience in mind. Prices are different in Canada, the UK, Australia as well as every other country in the world. We encourage you to get in touch or…
Think outside the box when it comes to hosting a killer wedding reception. You don’t have to go with a traditional dinner; so why not throw a Sunday Brunch? If you and your husband are the ‘Sunday…
Whether you’re throwing a wedding under the stars or an intimate garden party, we’ve got some super sweet ways to help you play wedding sommelier for yourself and set up a DIY wine bar like a pro.…
by Brittany McComas Cut the catering cost to trim your budget when it comes to saving money on your wedding reception. This week we’ve gone after the posh receptions, crazy catering plans, and boozy…
I often see brides and grooms including elements in their wedding because they are ‘traditional’, without taking the time to consider whether they are ‘necessary’. Sharing these five wedding budget…
by Samantha Post It’s 2016, and we’ve noticed that the major trend in weddings is making it special. day truly unforgettable for all involved is how you make it special. You don’t want your wedding…
When it comes to DIY, I get a little emotional. What? It’s normally not as easy as those people on Pinterest say it is! You might hear ‘easy’ in your brain and get half way into a project and realize…
The ultimate cocktail for brunch can also be the ultimate do-it-yourself cocktail at your brunch wedding! From hot and spicy pickled things to onion rings, the ingredients and garnishes are endless.…
Is your wedding set for Cinco de Mayo? Are you haveing a backyard wedding in the heat of summer? Set sail for a party like no other with a build your own margarita bar. A definite way to keep…
Serving pre-dinner drinks or giving your guests just an option or two can really help cut down on wedding costs. When it comes to cocktails some of the easiest drinks to mix up are martinis. These…
If you’re worried about cost on your wedding, setting up a great cocktail bar is a great way to cut back! A friend of mine once literally asked all her college buddies who attended the wedding to…
by Brittany McComas If you’re thinking tiki torches, rum filled cocktails and coconuts–have I got the best DIY Beach Bar for you! Some of the most festive drinks ever are those juicy little cocktails…
by Brittany McComas Who doesn’t love holiday cheer, especially in the form of booze!? In the south we believe in mixing a little cheer into our glass, because otherwise we’d never make it through our…
When it comes to doing a simple bar for those who like to sip, this simple, easy bar is sure to have your guests revelling in southern hospitality. From whiskey flights to cocktails, there are plenty…
Think British Summertime! The ultimate Gin and Tonic bar will have your guests revelling in refreshment with the taste of Britain in their glasses! Just like the Sassy Sangria Bar and the Build Your…
In today’s niche market of craft beer brewing, home brewing and beer clubs, you might be thinking about how to serve some bad-ass brew at your wedding. Have no fear! My handy guide to beer will have…
Time flies when you’re having rum! Your guests will go ‘ga-ga’ over a Build-Your-Own Mojito Bar. While it drink might be straight out of Cuba, this refreshing cocktail takes me back to the beaches of…
“The name’s Bride. Soon-To-Be Bride.” Setting up a martini bar for your guests to serve themselves is Bond babe stylish. It’s low-maintenance and you just need a few things for a simple bar set-up:…
by Brittany McComas A champagne wedding reception is so darn classy when it comes to adding special touches to your reception. But who has money for wait staff to walk around for five hours? While…
by Brittany McComas Spice things up with a sexy sangria bar instead of a full-serve bar. Perfect for warmer wedding days, this Spanish cocktail is super budget friendly. Sangria might be commonly…
by Brittany McComas Serving alcohol at your wedding can be a nightmare. Cash bars are okay. Gift/donation bars are cute. But–let’s be frank: Wedding guests go gaga over specialty drinks and free…
