Catering on a Budget? There are more options than you think! One of the biggest wedding expenses can be feeding everyone. But here's a little secret... You don't have to have an evening reception. Your wedding should reflect you, your personalities, your budget and what makes you smile.

Finding a venue is often one of the biggest expenses of planning a wedding. Traditional wedding venues can be beautiful, but they can also come with eye-watering price tags.

The good news? Some of the most memorable weddings I've seen have happened in the most unexpected places. Think outside the ballroom. Here are some ideas ..

What Do You Mean You Can't Afford to Get Married?

A wedding doesn't have to look like anyone else's. Your wedding should reflect who you are as a couple, your values, your personalities and your budget.

I've been to weddings in beautiful gardens, on beaches, beside rivers, in backyards, under giant trees, in community halls and in places that held special meaning for the couple. Every single one was memorable because of the love being celebrated—not because of how much money was spent.