Looking for that perfect place to say "I do"? If so, then you're probably working with a limited budget. If you're wanting to make the most of your budget, there are a few simple tips to keep in mind that can be helpful regardless of your wedding budget!

Combine Ceremony and Reception Space

Rather than booking separate venues for your ceremony and reception, consider keeping all your wedding-related events in one location. For super savings, you might even consider keeping it all in the same room. This allows you to have your ceremony in one space, followed by a cocktail hour outside while the venue staff "flips" the room and sets it up for your reception. This is a very effective means of reducing your venue rental costs without sacrificing functionality.

Keep Your Guest List Simple

The more guests you plan on having at your wedding, the larger the venue you're going to need. And of course, not only do larger venues tend to cost more, but you'll incur additional catering costs and other per-person expenses as well. By simplifying your guest list, you can stick with a smaller and more intimate venue to save money. Plus, you'll enjoy spending your day with the most important people in your life rather than spreading yourself too thin.

Forego Chair Covers and Add-Ons

Many venues offer a base price, but also offer additional features for an added cost. For example, while your venue may come with ceremony and reception chairs for all your guests, you might pay as much as an additional $5 per guest for chair covers. For a basic, 100-person wedding, that's an extra $500 just for chair covers! Consider, instead, supplying your own covers or foregoing these kinds of add-ons altogether for significant savings.

Find an All-Inclusive Venue

Perhaps the best way to cut back on your costs is to find a wedding venue that's all-inclusive. Many venues these days offer all-inclusive packages that include not only your venue rental, but catering, bar services, a DJ, and even a photographer! Having a venue that includes most of your vendors will also save you the hassle of shopping around and coordinating them on the day of your wedding.

Booking a venue is one of the most important decisions you'll make when it comes to planning your wedding, so be sure to keep these tips in mind to avoid wasting your hard-earned money.