Something borrowed, something blue - we've got the best wedding savings for you

‘Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in your shoe’

Welcome to the Your Wedding Savings weekly newsletter. Whether you’re planning a wedding yourself, or are a friend or family member looking for some top money saving tips and special offers to help save money for a buddy or loved one; we’re here to help!

It’s our job in this newsletter to unpick the big day, gather the best money saving ideas and help you get the most bang for your buck out of your (or someone else’s) wedding day.

So let’s get moving!

Something old, something new….

So we’ve all heard of the traditional wedding rhyme above. But what does it actually stand for?

Based on an old Victorian rhyme, the old represents the past, and the new for good fortune and optimism for the future.

Something borrowed symbolises borrowed happiness, given by the husband to the bride, and something blue stands for love, purity and infidelity (and may also be to ward off bad spirits.)

Often forgotten, the rhyme also refers to a sixpence in your shoe which is rarely quoted and stands for wealth and prosperity.

Now we’re all here for the wealth and prosperity related to the sixpence - and more importantly - saving money on certain parts of your day, to spend more on the things that matter most to you. Whether it’s the dream honeymoon, perfect venue or having the maximum number of guests attending, cutting corners on some of the smaller aspects can help you funnel more pennies towards these.

That’s where the borrowing part of the rhyme comes in. Wedding expenses add up fast and many of the things you’ll buy, you’ll only use once. Borrowing some of your items will not only save you money, but it’s also good for the planet too.

You could borrow jewellery (any special family heirlooms make a particularly nice touch), shoes, decor, centrepieces and much more. Check out this article with 20 things you could borrow for your wedding day for some other ideas.

This week’s special offers

Each week we trawl the internet to bring you some of the best special offers or discounts for things that you may need for your big day. Covering everything from wedding gifts to suits, jewellery to treat and relaxation packages.

Here are this week’s best offers bringing you more for less:

• If the wedding planning is all getting on top of you or you just want to take some time out to chill, Getting Personal are currently offering an indulgent spa day for two at a variety of stunning locations across the UK with a 40% discount for £89.99 down from the usual price of £149.99.

• Looking for inspiration for your wedding gift list or just fancy an upgrade? With all things homeware, including the exclusive Gordon Ramsey range, luxury retailer Royal Doulton is currently offering 15% off your first order for new customers.

• Finish your bridal outfit in style or treat your new fiance to a special gift with this sparkling green tennis bracelet from Pandora - currently on sale for £90 down from £125.

Other stuff you may like

• Have you downloaded our 20 best money saving wedding tips yet? Check them out and start making savings now!

• Style it out as a wedding guest on a budget - New Look are currently selling out of their £12 wedding guest dresses in their spring sale

• If you haven’t found your dream venue yet and live nearby - luxury magazine LUXElife have just named Bolton Castle near Leyburn as the Best UK Wedding Venue 2024.

We hope you enjoyed the Your Wedding Savings roundup, speak soon and don’t forget to share the newsletter to friends and family who you think will enjoy it!

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