According to Anja Winikka, the director of the famous wedding website, “The Knot” said, "I think every couple fears that their wedding is going to be boring or look like everybody else's." You don't have to break the bank to have a beautiful wedding day. Every bride wants to feel like a princess on her wedding day. But you have to think about the future you are trying to build. The only true things you need to have a successful wedding are a bride, groom, and officiate. All the other sparkly, shiny, and expensive stuff is just that, stuff. Is a $15,000 wedding more important than maybe buying a house? You can still have a beautiful wedding on a $1,000 budget. Weddings are supposed to be the start of a family; therefore, it’s not a good idea to start out $15,000 in debt due to a wedding when you can have a nice wedding on a budget. The party before your wedding is very important. It is the last night to celebrate freedom and life of no worries. For the rest of your life you have to be committed to a life of partnership and family. You can have a joint part or separate parties. If you do separate parties make sure you talk to your partner and set boundaries. Joint parties are easier. Make a few finger sandwiches and some chips. Play a playlist of both of your favorite music. Invite mutual friends and family over. If you drink, that too should be a joint decision. The easiest way to start with the budget is the guest list. Your wedding is your celebration but it is also a very intimate part of your life. Why is it necessary for those you only socialize with to be there? How about the family that you never speak to but maybe once a year? People you talk to only on Facebook but you haven’t really seen since high school? When you are planning a wedding on a budget try to keep your guest list to close family and friends. You will put pictures on Facebook and Pinterest. Slashing your guest list will save you money and help you enjoy your intim