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Once the question has been popped and you've accepted, your childhood dream wedding can instantly seem overwhelming. There are a thousand and one things that need to be done, and you only have... what?... six months?... four months?... two months to prepare.Impossible!But in truth, it is possible. And it's equally possible to have your dream wedding on a reasonable budget. The average wedding costs right around $22,000 today. In most cases, it's unreasonable to expect the bride's parents to cover this kind of an expense. In fact, it's far more common today for the bride's parents to contribute what they can comfortably afford, as well as the groom's parents, and the happy couple.At first glance, this might make your dream wedding appear out of reach. But the good news is this: there are many ways to dramatically reduce your wedding expenses without sacrificing the fairy tale wedding you've been anticipating since you were a little girl.And that's what The Affordable Dream Wedding is all about... helping to make your dream wedding come true without spending a fortune.Inside these pages, you'll discover:- What to include in your wedding budget- The different savings between a church wedding and an outdoor wedding- How you can save on reception food and drinks- How a theme wedding can save you extra money- How handwritten invitations can save money while adding your personal touch- How to save on a wedding dress and still get the dress of your dreams- And much more!