Adult birthday parties can be pricey, but Andrea Woroch, a consumer and money-saving, offers great tips to keep the budget down while still being the perfect host(ess).

Planning an affordable wedding doesn’t mean it has to look cheap. Here are five surprising and creative money-saving tips for brides who say “I do” to saving a buck or two, whether it’s on certain elements, or the entire celebration.

When my now-husband and I started planning our wedding, we vowed to stick to a budget and not get swept up in the materialism of marriage. We didn’t want to take the plunge into matrimonial bliss with an anchor of debt tied to our toes.

Meet our latest obsession: the stunning Truly Zac Posen bridal gown collection, available exclusively at David’s Bridal. The designer, a favorite among Hollywood A-listers, partnered with David’s Bridal to create fashion-forward bridal gowns and social dresses that reflect the glamor of his signature red-carpet style.

J. Lo might insist otherwise, but according to a new study conducted by RateSupermarket.ca, love does in fact cost a thing–and we’re not talking about bruised hearts or the prized vinyl collection that an ex borrowed and never returned.