14 Months or More: Create a budget.

Congratulations! You’re engaged! We’re SO happy for you. 

And now that you’ve got the bling, we’re sure you want to begin planning immediately.

So… what’s first? Well, you have to set a budget.

First, determine the total dollar amount you or our parents are willing to spend and then break it down even more by how you are planning to spend it. Our budgeting tool can help with that! (And don’t forget to discuss the honeymoon and rehearsal dinner bugets, too, with your fiancé!)

HINT: You’ll want to spend the largest portions on the things that are most important to you. Photography, for example, is one of the only things that lasts long after the big day. You’ll likely want to spend enough to ensure you have wedding photos you’ll cherish for years to come. The venues, the flowers/decor, and don’t forget the gown—all of these are tops on most brides’ lists. But, this is YOUR day. How do you want to spend your wedding funds?

And no matter what your total budget is, be sure to research ways to save money. There are so many ways to save without compromising the look you want. The following Arkansas Bride articles are full of ideas:

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