WeddingsOnline Discussion Forums

Welcome to the WeddingsOnline discussion board. We do operate some Forum Rules, please click here to read through them. Also please refer to our FAQ if you have queries on how to use the boards.

what was the biggest waste of money?

Post a reply

what was the biggest waste of money?

Postby donegalbride13 » Fri Apr 27, 2022 7:56 am

Hi guys & girls

So here I am thinking about budgets for certain areas of the wedding and so far have added 3 things to the list that I said I wasn't going to waste money on to the annoyance of H2B :innocent: so here is the question what did you guys spend big money on and found a waste on the day or what did you scrimp on a wish you spent more on?

your advice will be greatly received,

Thanks O-O
donegalbride13
New Wolly
 
Posts: 6
Joined: Sat Mar 24, 2022 5:01 pm
Top

Re: what was the biggest waste of money?

Postby Anne Cordelia Shirley » Fri Apr 27, 2022 8:05 am

This is a really individual thing!

I can't say we had anything that was a massive waste of money. We had a budget and a lot of things came in under it. I was really glad I didn't go overboard on my dress, that would have been a major waste of money for me. We also didn't have a cake or bridal party cars and did a fair bit of haggling, so we felt we got good value for our money. I wasn't sure about having a free bar but DH really wanted it and it was some of the best money we spent and didn't even cost as much as we had planned for. People still thank us and mention this a year on.

In hindsight, I would have spent more on flowers. I actually love flowers but for whatever reason I didn't think about them too much, apart from bouquets (we didn't have buttonholes or corsages). I wish I'd had more flowers in the ceremony room to dress it up a bit more. It didn't bother me on the day but when I first saw the pictures I thought it looked a little bare. So that's what I would have spent more on!
Anne Cordelia Shirley
Woloholic
 
Posts: 2025
Joined: Fri Sep 23, 2022 7:35 pm
Top

Re: what was the biggest waste of money?

Postby MLeFleuffe » Fri Apr 27, 2022 8:59 am

Anne Cordelia Shirley wrote:This is a really individual thing!

I can't say we had anything that was a massive waste of money. We had a budget and a lot of things came in under it. I was really glad I didn't go overboard on my dress, that would have been a major waste of money for me. We also didn't have a cake or bridal party cars and did a fair bit of haggling, so we felt we got good value for our money. I wasn't sure about having a free bar but DH really wanted it and it was some of the best money we spent and didn't even cost as much as we had planned for. People still thank us and mention this a year on.

In hindsight, I would have spent more on flowers. I actually love flowers but for whatever reason I didn't think about them too much, apart from bouquets (we didn't have buttonholes or corsages). I wish I'd had more flowers in the ceremony room to dress it up a bit more. It didn't bother me on the day but when I first saw the pictures I thought it looked a little bare. So that's what I would have spent more on!


Hi, just a quick question if you didn't mind?! Did you have a free bar for the whole day/night? I know prices vary from venue to venue but ball park what region would that have set you back?
Hope you don't mind me asking but it's a hard one to estimate!
MLeFleuffe
Princess Wolly
 
Posts: 979
Joined: Sat Jan 05, 2022 11:31 am
Top

Re: what was the biggest waste of money?

Postby Anne Cordelia Shirley » Fri Apr 27, 2022 9:21 am

No bother!


We had our ceremony at 3pm in the venue and it was about half an hour long. We had our drinks reception immediately afterwards (supplied our own wine and bubbly) in the bar. We put, from memory, about 1,500 behind the bar and this lasted until the band finished at about 12.30. We had an itemized bill from the bar the next day and it was mainly pints and g&ts, soft drinks and the like. We had some rules, no doubles or bottles of wine (as we were supplying the wine) or cocktails. We married in a private venue where the drinks were probably slightly cheaper than a hotel bar. We had 90 guests. I know 1,500 is a lot of money but it was one of the few things my husband really, really wanted so we went with it. We also went free pour on the wine. We got so many thanks on the day and afterwards about it, people still say how nice the gesture was and that they actually drank less as they didn't get into rounds. The one or two people (relatives!) we knew would take advantage did but everyone else just had their few pints and it worked out really well.
Anne Cordelia Shirley
Woloholic
 
Posts: 2025
Joined: Fri Sep 23, 2022 7:35 pm
Top

Re: what was the biggest waste of money?

Postby MLeFleuffe » Fri Apr 27, 2022 9:26 am

Anne Cordelia Shirley wrote:No bother!


We had our ceremony at 3pm in the venue and it was about half an hour long. We had our drinks reception immediately afterwards (supplied our own wine and bubbly) in the bar. We put, from memory, about 1,500 behind the bar and this lasted until the band finished at about 12.30. We had an itemized bill from the bar the next day and it was mainly pints and g&ts, soft drinks and the like. We had some rules, no doubles or bottles of wine (as we were supplying the wine) or cocktails. We married in a private venue where the drinks were probably slightly cheaper than a hotel bar. We had 90 guests. I know 1,500 is a lot of money but it was one of the few things my husband really, really wanted so we went with it. We also went free pour on the wine. We got so many thanks on the day and afterwards about it, people still say how nice the gesture was and that they actually drank less as they didn't get into rounds. The one or two people (relatives!) we knew would take advantage did but everyone else just had their few pints and it worked out really well.


That's great actually! I'd say it was really appreciated too.
We are in a hotel, more guests and our wine etc is inlcuded in the package.
We are just looking at open bar for the drinks reception ceremony and trying to figure out what it would cost!
To do the whle day and night would bankrupt the wedding knowing our families and friends! ;) We figure though with free bar, toast drink and wine with dinner they will be nice a "relaxed" by the time it goesto cash bar!
Thanks again! :wv
MLeFleuffe
Princess Wolly
 
Posts: 979
Joined: Sat Jan 05, 2022 11:31 am
Top
Post a reply

Return to Newly Weds

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 5 guests

Powered by phpBB © 2000, 2002, 2005, 2007 phpBB Group

Changing the way you look at wedding videos.

Professional Make Up with over 15 years experience TV, Print world and weddings.

Have your dream wedding in Malta. Exceptional service in wedding planning with unsurpassed customer service and exquisite attention to all the details in managing your wedding.

At Mount Druid we can provide an exciting high-quality alternative to your conventional venue

Its the most special day of your life and with The Stillorgan Park Hotel we will make it unforgettable for everyone.

The Parkview Hotel provides a very unique atmosphere that combines sophisticated design with homely comforts. The hotel offers a casual, yet exquisite stay where every convenience is laid on in a contemporary style.The Parkview Hotel hosts weddings in the Park Suite catering from 50 up to 300 persons, with prices from only 29.00 per person.

dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of your wedding video runs smoothly

The Cosmic Funk Band Supply a brand of Funk & Disco that is guaranteed to have your crowd dancing the night away.

providing a bespoke wedding planning service in Marbella on the Costa del Sol and surrounding areas.

Wines for your Wedding you will never forget. Call us now 056 7722907 to arrange a tasting

Wedding Venue Malta, The Westin Dragonara Resort

Siobhn from Makeup For Dolls has worked for a number of years doing bridals and makeovers

At the Carlton Shearwater Hotel Galway we take great pride in the attention to detail we provide for our wedding guests.

Event Decor for Weddings and Civil Ceremonies

Whether you choose traditional hymns or more contemporary songs, Emer OLeary Music can cater to all your needs.

Experts in Rome weddings. Friendly, professional, tailor-made service. Email us! [email protected]

We have built up a reputation for great food and service while also offering a personal touch.

Making the wedding ceremony a moving, meaningful and memorable event.

Young, entertaining, great set, great sound and over all a great band.

Music sets the mood during your ceremony and sets the pace throughout your evening celebrations.

For the most beautiful eyelashes and eyebrows in the world.

Mia Elmes Bridal Couture specialises in Bespoke Dressmaking for Bridal and Formal wear.

Travel Focus is an Irish owned company offering quality honeymoons to a wide range of destinations since 1998. We pride ourselves on innovation and flexibility, and offer a full range of travel services. Travel Focus is not only adept at tried-and-tested itineraries; we also offer unique customised honeymoons to suit our clients exact requirements.

photographs which are classic and timeless, and also capture the spontaneous moments of your day.

Mimosa are a versatile vocal and instrumental trio offering a huge range of music for your Church ceremony or drinks reception.

Wedding World offers you all that you need for that very Special Day

Daniel KLAR Wedding Photography Specialist captures candid moments, family groups and individuals with friends in their purest form, from the smallest detail to the most magical moment.

See our 2012 Wedding Card Collection on display in our Dublin and Galway showrooms. Beautiful quality and great value.

Irelands most experienced wedding musicians available for your wedding ceremony and reception. Singers, string quartets, and more!

DJS 4 DUBLIN, the friendly and professional mobile DJ service.