There are few moments as exciting as meeting the love of your life and professing your love and devotion to each other before all of your family and friends. From the time you get engaged, it is hard not to be swept up in wedding plans, and even a small, informal ceremony can begin racking up costs quickly. Many of today’s brides and grooms are opting against professional wedding planners and lavish events, opting instead to take the rustic, do-it-yourself route when planning their big day. While attending to all the details can quickly become overwhelming, a Phoenix storage unit can help make planning easy and organized, down to the last detail. How To Save Money on Wedding Costs Even the most easy-going brides can get frantic when contemplating their wedding ceremony and reception, and it is natural to want this day to be just right in every way. From the dress to the invites, venue, food, music, and decorations, the cost of hosting your ideal wedding can quickly add up. According to a 2016 CNN Money report, the average cost of a wedding in the U.S. is currently $32,641, with some running as high as $80,000 or more. Sound like a lot? It is, considering the median household income is in the $50,000 range. Fortunately, you do not need to spend your life savings to have the wedding of your dreams. In keeping with the DIY trend so popular today, crafty couples are taking charge of their own affairs and planning their own weddings. The Knot, a leading website on all things wedding related, advises that you can have a stylish yet budget friendly wedding, cutting costs by using hand crafted decorations, serving homemade food, and choosing venues in natural settings, such as public parks and farms. How A Phoenix Storage Unit Can Help In Planning The Perfect Wedding A Phoenix storage unit can be a valuable resource when planning your wedding, providing a spacious, secure, and private setting to keep everything from your dress to large or bulky props and decor items in one convenient spot until the big day arrives. Examples of the types of things to collect and keep in your storage unit that can save you money while adding flair on your wedding day include the following: Party tents you bought on sale or at discount party shops to provide shelter in outdoor settings; Wire trellises or gazebos that can serve as the backdrop when saying your vows; Chalkboards to use for welcoming guests and informing them of the menu; Old mirrors and paintings from thrift stores that add ambience to rustic settings; Antique tables collected from yard sales to hold food, gifts, or wedding favors; Baskets and vases to use when making table arrangements; Lighting sets, lanterns, candle sconces, and lamps to make your reception warm and welcoming; Plates, napkins, tablecloths, and other party supplies you gather during the planning stages. Keep a master list of all the items stored in your unit, and add to it each time you collect something new, while keeping a list of items still needed on hand when shopping or scouring rummage sales. Enlist the help of family and friend, many of whom would be thrilled to be involved. The end result is a wedding that reflects your personal tastes, while the money you save can be used for other things, such as a honeymoon in a luxury resort, or as a starter fund to help you get settled into married life. Getting a Phoenix Storage Unit for Your Wedding Remember that on your big day, you won’t need to worry about a thing while storing your possessions in a Phoenix storage unit. Call our local branch today and see how we can help you prepare for your happily ever after! US Storage Centers 1201 East Cinnabar Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85020 (602) 842-0456
