Wedding Planner Shares Money-Saving Strategies for Couples
Oliver Stanton, a wedding planner and day-of coordinator, has revealed two practical methods for couples to significantly reduce expenses when planning their wedding. Through his popular TikTok account @oliverstantonweddings, Stanton provides actionable advice for those organising their special day.
The Weekday Wedding Advantage
In one of his viral videos, Stanton explained that couples could easily save thousands of pounds by opting for a weekday wedding rather than the traditional weekend celebration. He acknowledged this approach might not suit everyone but emphasized its financial benefits.
"You can have the same venue, same food, same suppliers, but it'll just be a few grand cheaper," Stanton told his audience. "And it's easy for me to say because I'm a freelancer, a lot of my friends and family are freelancers, so days of the week don't matter so much, but I urge you to just at least consider it."
Off-Season Wedding Savings
The wedding planner shared a second substantial cost-saving strategy: choosing dates during the off-season, typically from November through March. While admitting his personal preference for warmer weather and longer days, Stanton presented a compelling alternative.
"The other big way is to get married in the off-season," he explained. "And personally, that's not for me because I love the warmer weather, I love the longer days. So I would much rather get married on a Wednesday in June to save some money, rather than a Saturday in November."
Real-World Success Stories
The video gained significant traction, accumulating 14,000 likes and numerous comments from viewers who successfully implemented these strategies:
- One viewer reported: "I got married on a Thursday and saved nine grand!! Nine THOUSAND POUND!!! and not for all the bits, just the venue!!!!"
- Another shared: "We're getting married on a Monday, saved thousands."
- A third comment revealed: "Yup getting married on a Thursday in August and saving a fortune! Along with the cheaper package there are also no minimum numbers. So we're saving so much!"
- Additional testimonials included savings of £3,000 on venue costs alone by switching from Saturday to Friday, and significant supplier availability advantages for weekday weddings.
Additional Creative Approaches
Commenters offered further innovative ideas for reducing wedding expenses:
- One social media user described how their cousin saved a fortune with a Monday wedding, covering accommodation for the wedding night while guests paid for additional nights.
- Another revealed plans for a "Thursday twilight wedding" with a 4pm ceremony, eliminating the traditional wedding breakfast to save thousands.
- Multiple commenters noted that weekday weddings provided greater flexibility with supplier bookings and package options.
These practical suggestions demonstrate that with careful planning and willingness to consider non-traditional approaches, couples can achieve their dream wedding while maintaining financial prudence.
