81. Dead set on having a videographer? Get him to record the ceremony, the speeches and the first dance. You don't need a video of your drunken uncle doing the chicken dance. 82. DJ's typically charges less than a live band, so nix the tring quartet and give the DJ a must-play list of songs. 83. Hook up your ipod to your venue's sound system instead of hiring a DJ. 84. Edible gifts are always a hit - think pretty packets of homemade fudge. 85. Forgo the favours entirel

71. Do your own make-up. Get tips and ideas from magazines and beauty counters and practice! 72. Go to the salon instead of having the hairstylist come to you. 73. Some stationers give discounts on bulk orders, so order those thank you cards with your invites. 74. Skip the RSVP card and add a phone number or an email address instead. 75. Fit all the info on one card - you will save on paper and postage. 76. Got a nifty home printer? Have your invites designed and print

60. Use mirror podiums here and there - this will make the flowers look more profuse and the candlelight will reflect beautifully. 61. Keep cost down by creating low arrangements and choosing low candles, votive candles or pillar candles in cylinders instead of candelabras. 62. Use bud vases and single blooms to create a beautiful story on your table. 63. Find a pic of that perfect dress and take it to a local seamstress. She might just be able to recreate it for you at