How to Use Craigslist to Plan Your Wedding

Are you planning a wedding on a budget? If so, you want to have your dream wedding, but you may be limited on costs. Luckily, there is a way for you to plan your wedding while on a budget. That way involves using Craigslist.org.

How can the popular classified website help you plan your upcoming wedding? In more ways than you could have ever imagined. To get started, lets cover the basics.

Your wedding dress. Do you already have a wedding dress? If not, you may want to save money by opting for a used dress. Not all brides save their dresses and most are in pristine condition. In addition to finding wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses are also commonly listed for sale on Craigslist. If you want, you can use the services of a local tailor to ensure the dress properly fits or to customize it more. In fact, you can also find a local tailor on Craigslist.org too!

The tents, tables, and chairs. When many brides and grooms are on a budget, they opt for an outdoor wedding, usually in the backyard of a close friend or family member. If you opt for this approach, you will need a tent, tables and chairs, as well as other rental equipment. The good news, you can usually find these items listed for rent on Craigslist!

The DJ. What wedding is complete without great music? You will need a DJ for the wedding reception. Although you can turn to your local phonebook, you can also find a DJ on Craigslist. Many of these individuals operate on a part-time basis. Since they may not be full fledged DJs, you are likely to find better rates. Just ensure you are able to work with the person to choose the music for your reception.

The wedding planner. If you are on a budget, you might assume that an event planner is out of the question. Due to the poor economy, many Americans are now looking for additional ways to make money. You can find these individuals on Craigslist. You don't need to hire a professional event planner. In fact, a bride who just finished planning her own wedding will do. She has the experience and is likely to charge a very fair rate.