Make
A Budget
The
very first order of business in planning a
wedding is developing a budget.
Before visions of tulle draped pews,
and candelabras on the dais table get too
out of hand, you’ll need to establish just
how much you can actually afford to spend on
the wedding.
Below is a very basic sample budget to
give you an idea of the costs you’ll need
to consider and address. Don’t
forget about pre-wedding festivities such as
Engagement Party, Bridesmaid Luncheon, and
other weekend wedding parties.
Sample Basic Wedding Budget
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Item
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Projected
Cost
+Taxes
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Deposits
& Payments
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Balance Due
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Who
Pays?
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Rehearsal
Dinner
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Ceremony
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Reception
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Bride's
Formal Wear
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Groom's
Formal Wear
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Reception/Cocktail
Hour Music
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Photography/
Videography
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Flowers
and Decoration
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Wedding
Invitations and Stationery
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Wedding
Party Gifts
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Wedding
Cake
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Wedding
Transportation
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Tips
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Honeymoon
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Jewelry
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Marriage
License/Blood Test
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Guest
Accommodations
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Guest
Transportation
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Welcome
Bags for Out of Town Guests
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Additional
Expenses
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Totals:
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