Published on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 by Ask Fran This photograph of a rare double wedding in Malaysia is my absolute favorite photo of a double wedding anywhere in the world!  Photographer Asrul Sani has done a wonderful job of capturing the ambiance of this most exquisite day! Planning a double wedding with your sister or best friend can and you save half the price of your wedding right from the beginning.  Th...

Published on Friday, December 4, 2009 by Fran Hansen When trying to save money and still have an amazing wedding, seriously think about scheduling your nuptials for the "off season!" During the off-season, reception venues are typically less expensive for obvious reasons. There are not nearly as many brides competing for the space - meaning you have a greater chance for a discount. Of course, off-season depends en...

Published on Friday, November 6, 2009 by Fran Hansen Hollywood would have you believe that every bride is a June bride, but the truth is that there are eleven other months out there to choose from, and a wedding at any time of year a cause for celebration, even on the most stringent of budgets. Winter brings with it thoughts of holidays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah and Kwanza, of brightly colored lights twinklin...

Published on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 by Fran Hansen Double weddings are certainly not a new idea.  But they are a GREAT idea for saving at least 50% of your wedding budget, and maybe even more!! ...