I got married last year for around 5K.
I paid for my dress less then $500.
The wedding and reception were at a small Inn and only close friends and family were invited.....maybe 30ish people??
We didn't have a honeymoon.
Most of the $$ went to food.
A family friend took the pics for free.
A family member video taped the service for free.
My maid of honor bought her dress off of EBAY for $15.
I had a bouquet, she had a bouqet which were professional but the rest of the flowers were store bought by my mom and just set around in different places to make it look nice.
Nothing fancy, simple and perfect