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Keep your ceremony as short as possible, so you don't end up paying extra when you overstay the hall timings.
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Make sure you book a venue well in advance. This way you can negotiate better rates.
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Book the photographer for a fixed fee, and nor on an hourly basis.
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Alternatively, get only the portrait pictures done by a professional and ask friend and family to click the rest.
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Plan your wedding during off-peak months. Getting married during the off-season can get you a lot of discounts.
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Arrange to share venue decoration costs with the couple throwing a reception on the terrace.
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Limit the guest list to close relatives and friends. Then you can even host the reception on the terrace.
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If you have good cooks in the family, persuade them to do the cooking for a small reception.
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Mix expensive and cheap dishes on your menu. Nix the cocktails.
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Replace expensive carved fruit and vegetable displays on the buffet table with flower arrangements.
