Most brides dredge at the thought but it is one of the single most important aspects of a wedding – the BUDGET! Creating a budget to follow is the first step in the wedding planning process.
Typically the wedding expenses will break down as follows:
| Ceremony & Reception | 40% |
| Attire & Beauty | 10% |
| Photography | 9% |
| Flowers | 6% |
| Videography | 5% |
| Music | 5% |
| Parties | 4% |
| Stationery | 4% |
| Miscellaneous | 4% |
| Decorations | 3% |
| Rental Equipment | 3% |
| Gifts | 3% |
| Bakery | 2% |
| Transportation | 2% |
This will vary from couple to couple according to what they deem most important to them and their wedding day.
Here are a few key factors to keep in mind while constructing a wedding budget:
· Decide on the total wedding budget. What is the MAXIMUM amount of money you would spend on bringing all of your visions alive on this day?
· Guest: The total cost of your wedding is determined by the number of guest you invite.
· Determine who will be responsible for paying! It is common for family to “gift” a certain service as a wedding gift to the bride and groom. This can be factored up-front if it is known to the bride and groom. (For example, A sister may want to pay for the floral design aspect of the wedding as a GIFT to the bride and groom)
I sincerely suggest if you’re in the process of planning your wedding and have not yet created a budget that you STOP immediately and begin. This will definitely save you money in the long run!
Specially Yours,
Special Invite Event Planning
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