There is no denying that when you use the word "wedding" the cha-ching, cha-ching sounds follow. Weddings are expensive. Bottom line.

Sure, there are plenty of ways to cut costs, but like shaving blades and mattresses, some things you just should not cheap out on.

1. Venue & Catering

Okay couples, listen up! Please do NOT cheap out on your venue. Thing about it, this is the place that will hold the most special day of your life, do you want the walls to be falling down around you? Now, I'm not saying that there are not inexpensive venues, but some venues have that price tag for a reason. Second, catering. It's not just about the food. It's about the presentation, it's about the staff, and it's about the professionalism and quality.

2. Photographer

Listen, I know that we all have friends that are interested in photography...I get it. However, these are the ONLY thing you have left after the big day...choose wisely.

3. DJ

Couples often don't realize how much the DJ controls the flow and mood of the evening. After cocktail hour, they are it. They are doing introductions, they are announcing when cake cutting is, they are in control. Years ago at a friends wedding the DJ introduced the bride's mom by the wrong name...again, choose wisely.

I promise that you don't have to spend a million dollars on a wedding for it to be great, but, just know if you want not only yourself but your guests to enjoy themselves, you will get what you pay for.