wedding help

[fanofui]

I am trying to save money on a big wedding, and any ideas/good websights would help. I have done searches for saving ideas, but most of the websights just spew out the same things, and non that really help me. It will be an outdoor wedding (nothing is needed here) but the reception is indoors for 250 people. Thanks for any help or suggestions!

[Fas-ligand]

Have you tried weddingchannel.com (http://www.weddingchannel.com)? A friend recommended the forms there for any questions. I guess they are supposed to have some good ideas.

[fanofui]

yup, and theknot.com. but I don't live near a big city, so a lot of the help if for people in the chicago area, not champaign. Thanks though!

[RoniMan]

where exactly are you spending a lot of money? what/how do you want to save on?

decorations? dj? entertainment ideas?

[fanofui]

I already bought my dress, so I am ok there. My biggest concern is the stuff for the reception, such as the centerpieces, the favors, etc. any good tips on fake flowers, cheap but iteresting favors, cutting corners for the food? (our caterer comes with the hall, but there has got to be a way to cut costs there too)

Any help will be much appriciated. the wedding colors are blue, and the 'accent' is butterflies. THanks. :)