The Knot Chicago Weddings Magazine

BUDGET BLASTING TIPS

No matter what your budget is, you likely still have limits—practically every couple does.

Whatever the numbers say, you’re going to want to make the most of your money when planning your celebration. To help, we’ve rounded up our best tips, big and small, to help you spend wisely on your way to “I do.”

FIRST, LAND ON THE RIGHT NUMBER FOR YOU

Before you write a single check, figure out how much you can afford to spend. That’s where we come in—with

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