A wedding under €10,000 in France is doable with 40 to 60 guests and deliberate choices. It is not the same party as a €20,000 reception: you cut whole categories, not shave everywhere.
Ten levers that work
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2. Season: November to March, or a Friday outside holidays
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3. Lunch vs dinner format (–30–40% on catering)
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4. One venue for ceremony + meal
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5. DJ playlist vs live band
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6. Targeted DIY decor (garlands, linen, no custom structures)
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7. Photo only, no second videographer
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8. Digital invitations for part of the list
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9. Second-hand dress or rental
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10. Consumption bar vs unlimited open bar
Where not to cut
Photo: it is what remains after the party.
Catering: a solid cold meal or food truck beats a poorly run cheap buffet.
Insurance or weather clause if outdoors.
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