Money-Saving Tips for Couples Who Want a Custom Wedding
Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting times of your life—but it can also be overwhelming, especially when you want a wedding that feels personal, unique, and reflective of your love story. Custom weddings often come with a price tag to match, but the truth is, with smart planning and the right venue, you can create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind celebration without overspending.
At Rose Briar Place, we specialize in helping couples achieve their dream weddings while staying within budget, offering all-inclusive packages and flexible options that allow for personalization at every step. Here are our top money-saving tips for couples who want a custom wedding that doesn’t compromise on style or experience.
1. Choose an All-Inclusive Venue
One of the biggest ways couples overspend is by booking multiple vendors separately—catering, cake, coordinators, MCs, rentals, and more. An all-inclusive venue like Rose Briar Place combines these essentials into one seamless package.
How this saves money:
Eliminates hidden fees that often come with separate vendors.
Reduces stress and planning time (which is priceless!).
Packages include essential services like catering, cakes, coordination, and MC services—the “4 C’s” of a smooth wedding.
By having everything under one roof, you can focus your budget on personal touches and decor rather than trying to piece together separate vendors.
2. Customize Without Overdoing It
Custom weddings don’t mean extravagant spending. It’s about adding personal touches that reflect your personality. Consider these budget-friendly options:
DIY or curated décor: Rose Briar Place offers a wide range of linens, centerpieces, and decor options. You can mix and match to create your own style without having to buy or rent everything separately.
Meaningful details: Think about incorporating family heirlooms, handwritten vows, or personal artwork—these are free or low-cost ways to make your wedding unique.
Signature experiences: A hot cocoa bar or a specialty drink can be an inexpensive way to leave a lasting impression on guests. Rose Briar Place’s Majestic Package already includes options like this, adding wow factor without additional costs.
The key is to prioritize what will be most memorable to you and your guests, rather than spending on generic “extras.”
3. Bring Your Own Catering (When It Makes Sense)
Food is often one of the largest wedding expenses. While many venues require you to use their in-house catering, Rose Briar Place offers the flexibility to bring in your own food.
Why this can save money:
Allows you to include cultural or family recipes without the markup of catering menus.
Gives you control over portion sizes and menu items, which can prevent over-ordering and reduce waste.
Lets you create a highly personalized menu that fits your wedding theme and tastes.
This approach is perfect for couples who want a custom culinary experience without inflating costs.
4. Prioritize Your Guest List
The number of guests directly impacts nearly every aspect of your wedding budget—from catering to rentals to invitations. By carefully curating your guest list, you can:
Lower food, beverage, and rental costs.
Allow for more luxurious or personalized touches per guest.
Ensure your wedding feels intimate and reflective of your closest relationships.
At Rose Briar Place, our maximum capacity is 225, giving you plenty of room to invite loved ones while still keeping costs manageable.
5. Leverage Multi-Purpose Spaces
Custom weddings often involve multiple setups—ceremony, cocktail hour, reception—but this can increase rental costs and setup fees. Rose Briar Place’s flexible, multi-purpose spaces allow you to:
Use one room for multiple purposes, minimizing additional costs.
Reduce setup and teardown fees.
Create seamless transitions between wedding moments without needing extra rentals.
This is a perfect way to save money while keeping your wedding unique and flowing beautifully.
6. Time Your Wedding Strategically
Your wedding date can have a big impact on cost, even for all-inclusive venues. Consider:
Weekday weddings: Rose Briar Place offers lower pricing for Monday–Thursday weddings, making it easier to invest in decor or personal touches.
Off-season weddings: Certain months see lower demand, which can reduce costs for accommodations, rentals, and sometimes venue pricing.
Strategically choosing your date allows you to stretch your budget further without compromising your vision.
7. DIY Where It Makes Sense (But Don’t Overdo It)
DIY projects can save money, but only if done efficiently. Focus on:
Invitations or signage: Designing these yourself or using online printing services.
Small decor elements: Personal touches like table numbers or photo displays.
Leave complex or time-sensitive elements—like catering, linens, and coordination—to professionals. At Rose Briar Place, your dedicated coordinator ensures everything runs smoothly, saving you stress and potential costly mistakes.
8. Maximize In-House Offerings
The more you utilize what your venue already provides, the less you spend elsewhere. Rose Briar Place offers:
Coordinators to manage vendors and setup
Linens, tableware, and centerpieces in a variety of styles
Catering and cake services (or flexibility to bring your own)
Specialty features like hot cocoa bars
Using these in-house services helps couples customize their wedding without breaking the bank, because everything is included in the package and avoids additional vendor fees.
9. Focus on Experiences Over Extras
Couples often feel pressure to include every trending wedding detail, but it’s the experiences your guests remember most:
Personalized ceremonies
Signature drinks or desserts
Special entertainment like a live MC or DJ
Rose Briar Place’s packages are designed to cover these essentials, letting you invest in meaningful moments instead of expensive “extras” that don’t matter long-term.
10. Plan Ahead, Stay Flexible
The final tip is to plan early but stay flexible. Booking in advance allows you to secure:
Preferred dates
Desired packages and services
Seasonal pricing advantages
And flexibility allows you to make smart choices if something doesn’t fit the budget. Your Rose Briar Place coordinator works with you to customize your wedding while keeping finances on track.
Conclusion
Creating a custom wedding doesn’t have to mean spending more money—it’s about making smart choices, leveraging all-inclusive services, and focusing on what truly matters. By choosing a venue like Rose Briar Place, couples can enjoy:
Complete flexibility for personal touches
Essential services included in one package
Cost-effective ways to bring in meaningful elements
Expert coordination to save time and stress
Your dream wedding is possible without compromising your vision or your budget. With the right planning, guidance, and venue, you can have a celebration that’s beautiful, personalized, and financially smart.
Ready to plan your custom wedding at Rose Briar Place? Contact us today to learn more about our packages and see how we can help bring your dream day to life—stress-free and budget-friendly.
