Weddings are expensive, and sometimes getting all that money together at short notice is a tall order. What should you think about when considering wedding expenses? Coming up are 10 crucial tips on how to pay for a wedding in Harare, Zimbabwe! 1. Plan Every wedding needs a plan, especially if there is money involved. You need to think about wedding dates, wedding venues, … [Read more...]
Who Pays for What in a Wedding – 10 Mind-Blowing Facts.
Most couples prefer to pay for their weddings these days. There are however traditions surrounding payment of certain items in a wedding. Below are some interesting facts outlining who pays for what in a wedding. Wedding Ceremony Did you know that traditionally, the bride's family is supposed to pay for the entire ceremony? This obligation includes flowers, photos … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Reduce Your Wedding Budget Drastically!
Your big day is coming up soon, and there is lots of planning to do. At first glance, the budget looks astronomical! Is it possible to reduce your wedding budget? Look at the tips below. Use your money wisely Take your wedding as a project that needs proper planning. Work out a rough budget and begin to save money early enough. Avoid getting into debt over … [Read more...]
Wallet Friendly Budget Part 2
In the preceding article we considered some pointers to reduce the expenses for your African inspired wedding. We considered some things that you can do by yourself and ways to get affordable décor. We will continue from where we left off. More on décor: When picking flowers, remember to pick those whose seasons coincide with your wedding date. Getting those that are out … [Read more...]
Cutting Down the Costs of Your Wedding – Part 1
The fact that you are reading this article is proof enough that you are interested in an urban wedding that reveals your African heritage. Not a bad idea at all. But one of the problems with a themed wedding is finding a balance between one’s heritage and wallet size. After all, if the heritage outweighs the wallet size… well, you don’t need me to tell you how that will … [Read more...]