The most recent statistics indicate that the average wedding in the UK costs upwards of £15,000. Rainbow Weddings are pleased to offer you some creative ideas to help save money and still have the Wedding of your dreams.

• Plan ahead – The earlier you start your planning the more opportunity you will have to see what’s on offer and precious time for you to gain information and ideas that could work for you. Having more time will obviously give you more chance to pick up a bargain.
• Start looking for the wedding outfits now – The earlier you start to look the sooner you will know what looks right on you and those styles that don’t. Take advantage of sales, look for accessories, shoes, Mothers outfit etc in general sales, and don’t limit yourself to bridal shops. Consider buying second hand, you will be amazed at what you can find. Think very seriously about hiring both your dress and your partner’s suit. After all are you ever going to want to wear it again.

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In part two of our look at wedding traditions, we have chosen to cover the traditions involving finance and fertility.

The Dowry was a custom practiced by wealthy families who would pay an eligible Bachelor to take care of their Daughter. It was given on the understanding that he could keep the money or goods only if they remained married, if not – then it all had to be given back along with the Daughter. It was thought that the giving of a Dowry was the reason why the Bride’s parents traditionally pay for their Daughters wedding. Nowadays most families share the costs between them and the happy couple.

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