Let’s level with each other, Gen-Z or not, we’ve all succumbed to addictively scrolling through TikTok on an evening – learning helpful new skills and catchy trends along the way. So let’s look through the social media trove for money-saving TikTok wedding hacks.
That’s right, there is such a thing as “wedding TikTok” and it’s far more fruitful than you might first think. In order to offer advice on how to save time, stress and cash on your wedding day, we’ve teamed up with party planner and event expert, Jess Martin from Ginger Ray, to comment on some of the top TikTok wedding hacks and offer her insight as to why they’re worth investing time in. Read on if you’re a budding bride or groom who wants to save a buck or two…
Choose an adventurous arch
Often thought of as the apex of every wedding, the arch at the end of every bride’s long walk to the altar is always a standout moment, but often an expensive one.
From balloon covered arches to flourishing floral arrangements, many couples spare no expense. Thanks to TikTok, we’ve learnt a simple way to still go the extra aisle, but also save on flower costs: simply invest in an obscure shaped arch and only decorate the accents.
29.5k likes, 247.7k views
Jess comments:
“Personally, this hack really stands out to me as not only a great way to save on precious wedding budget, but as a clever approach to making your ceremony truly unique. By choosing a rare shape for your arch – such as a pentagon, triangle or rectangle – you’ll only need to add balloons or foliage to the corners of the shape to achieve a chic overall look, rather than splashing out on covering every inch of your usual standard curved arch. You can get ready-made copper arches from around £70 too.
“I’d recommend ditching the curves to think outside the box, by literally adopting a boxier, edgier arch for your ceremony!”
Trace and print your own seating chart
Though seating charts are somewhat of a must at every ceremony, they’re not the most exciting use of your wedding budget.
Following this TikTok hack, which has over a million views (and counting), could work wonders for you and your wallet: simply trace and shape a plastic sheet and press your print down with paint to create your own chart.
138.7k likes, 1.1 million views
Jess comments:
“Though this hack does require a little more effort than most, this trick could really help you save a substantial amount. Rather than purchasing a bespoke, personalised wedding chart, you could get a budget-priced acrylic sheet for as little as £19.99, which will give you the opportunity to create a truly tailored welcome sign without breaking the bank.
“Or, if you’re willing to tap into the nitty-gritty side of yourself and get your hardware tools out, you could follow this hack down to a T and chisel your own – all whilst saving your wedding budget for more exciting parts of your day.”
Go for glass for your centrepiece
The clue’s in the name: centrepieces are often the centre of attention at your wedding breakfast (aside from the bride, of course). Depending on the theme of your wedding and your own personal hobbies and interests, centrepieces can range massively in versatility and style.
If you like the simpler things in life, we recommend following the TikTok hack below – all you’ll need is some glass bowls, water, flowers and a candle or two.
65.k likes, 480.7k views
Jess says:
“I’ve known couples to pour pounds into upscale floral arrangements and diamante studded ceramics, but, for me, simplicity is key, which is why this hack really appeals to me.
“Filling a glass bowl with water and popping in some uncomplicated decorative flowers and candles seems like an obvious way to save cash, and look classy whilst doing so. Just be sure not to encourage your guests to get too rowdy, or else there might be some decorative spillage!”
Use cheesecloth as a base for a beautiful tablescape
DIY weddings have soared in popularity this year, which means using your own imagination when it comes to creating your own table settings.
To really make them unique, and to cut down on costs, making your own table runners, using cheap cheesecloth, is a great DIY decoration hack.
35.7k likes, 369.2k views
Jess says:
“This hack is brilliant if you want to get that subtle mesh look for your table settings, without having to spend huge amounts. You can buy cheesecloth in bulk at a low cost, on sites such as Amazon.
“As explained in the video, dying the cloth is super easy, and means you can really add your own personal touch.
“I personally would go for light pastel shades, which are bang on trend right now. They make a great base to layer up with foliage and artificial flowers in similar colours, followed by candles, confetti, and any other personal trinkets you want to add – to make your own beautiful tablescape.”
Find a frame for your wedding sign
Everyone knows that picture frames capture memories and art, their purpose is to preserve – so why not safeguard the most important day of your life and find a frame to make your wedding sign?
The popular TikTok trend below sees a resourceful user tracing her wedding sign message onto the glass of an old picture frame, and spray painting the wooden case to reveal a state of the art wedding decoration.
69.2k likes, 777.5k views
Jess comments:
“Be sure to pick a painting or photo that doesn’t hold too much personal significance for this, so that you’re not dishing out old memories to make new ones. By using an easily removable marker pen, who is to say that you can’t upcycle the frame once again as soon as the ceremony is over?
“Lastly, remember to place your sign out of reach of children, or clumsier guests (drunk uncle – I’m looking at you). Broken glass is the last thing you need on your wedding day!”
So here are our favourite TikTok wedding hacks!
For more information on wedding decorations and supplies, visit www.gingerray.co.uk/wedding
