Smart Ways to Save on Your Wedding

No matter how you do it, your wedding will be a large expense. Right now, the average cost for a wedding is $35,000. Yikes! But you don’t have to rack up that large a bill. Since the 80s, Birkat Elyon has worked with smart couples who want the best, but who also want to save money. Our high-quality, beautiful cubic zirconia engagement and wedding rings are far more affordable than…

The Cake and Punch Reception

There was a time when the big bridal reception wasn’t always “a thing.” Back in the day, many new couples opted for a smaller event to accept the well-wishes of their friends and family. It’s called a “cake and punch reception,” and it’s making a comeback. The appeal lies in its less formal vibe, that it requires less stress in planning, and that it costs a lot less money. For…

Throwing An Affordable Bachelorette Party

Sure, you want to get your besties together before the wedding to have one final girls’ blowout – but how can you throw a great bachelorette party without breaking the bank?  Birkat Elyon helps smart couples save money with their wide selection of beautiful cubic zirconia rings; here are tips for creating an affordable bachelorette party. SET A BUDGET Expenses for the bachelorette party are split among the bridesmaids, so…

5 Fantastic (Free) Elopement Locations

A lot of couples skip the whole “big wedding” thing in favor or a simpler, more budget-friendly elopement. That doesn’t mean you have to settle for some bland backdrop: the United States features some truly breathtaking places for your ceremony and photos. Best of all, they’re free! Birkat Elyon works with smart couples who want better uses for their money: we sell exquisite cubic zirconia rings, almost indistinguishable from diamonds…

The Most Affordable Months to Get Married

Even if you elope, your wedding is going to be one of those Big Expenses in life. But there are smart ways to save money. Birkat Elyon has one helpful suggestion: opt for a gorgeous cubic zirconia ring instead of a more expensive, non-sustainable diamond. Another way to cut costs is to choose one of these non-peak months for your ceremony. JANUARY A “winter wonderland” can make for a lovely…

The Micro Wedding Trend

It’s more than an elopement, less than a big wedding: it’s a “micro wedding” and the trend is really catching on. What is it, and how can you pull it off flawlessly? Birkat Elyon supplies top-quality cubic zirconia wedding rings to smart couples and is here to give you details. While the average wedding includes 150 guests, a micro wedding is typically no more than 50 people. Fewer people mean…

The Newlywed Budget

It’s a fact that the thing most couples argue about is finances. Before marriage, money habits may not come up. But once you’ve tied the knot, it’s essential to work together to ensure that you’re (more or less) on the same page when it comes to how the two of you spend and save. For hundreds of smart couples, Birkat Elyon is their first stop for beautiful cubic zirconia engagement…

Why Smart Money (Especially Now) Is On CZ Jewelry

We’re living through some pretty uncertain economic times. As people rein in their spending, the last thing on most minds is dropping a lot of money on expensive jewelry, whether its an engagement ring or some fancy earrings. But there IS an alternative, one that smart buyers have known for some time – and an option that makes even more financial sense now: cubic zirconia, or “CZ.” Birkat Elyon has…

8 Fun Ideas for A Cheap Date Night

Whether you and your Significant Other are just dating or are already hitched, Date Nights are essential. It’s a chance to reconnect after a busy week, rekindle your relationship and make some new memories. However, coming up with fresh ideas for Date Night isn’t always easy. Coming up with ideas that won’t break the bank is even tougher. For over three decades, Birkat Elyon has been selling elegant, high-quality cubic…