So, it is time make the budget. Typically a wedding budget is divided as follows:
In order to keep track of all costs a wedding budget planning worksheet is useful. Here below is a Detailed Budget Plan. Print it out and bring it with you when you’re out shopping for your wedding or talking to a vendor.
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| Item | Your Estimate | Actual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Stationary | ||
| Invitations | ||
| Thank you Notes | ||
| Wedding Programs | ||
| Postage | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Wedding Attire | ||
| Bridal Gown | ||
| Headpiece/Veil | ||
| Bride's Accessories(lingerie, shoes, gloves, bag, jewelry etc.) | ||
| Hair and Makeup | ||
| Groom's Tuxedo/Suit | ||
| Groom's Accessories(shoes, tie, cufflinks etc.) | ||
| Attendant's Dresses | ||
| Attendant's Tuxedos/Suits | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Wedding Rings | ||
| Bride's Wedding Ring | ||
| Grooms Wedding Ring | ||
| Flowers | ||
| Bride's Bouquet | ||
| Bridesmaids Flowers | ||
| Coursages and Boutonnieres | ||
| Ceremony Site Decorations | ||
| Reception Decorations/Centerpieces | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Food and Beverages | ||
| Food and Service | ||
| Beverages/Bar | ||
| Wedding Cake | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Entertainment | ||
| Ceremony Musicians | ||
| Cocktail Hour Musicians | ||
| Reception Musicians, Band or DJ | ||
| Transportation | ||
| Transportation for Wedding Party | ||
| Parking | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Photography | ||
| Photographer | ||
| Videographer | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Gifts | ||
| Bridesmaids | ||
| Groomsmen | ||
| Favors | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Pre Wedding Parties | ||
| Bridesmaids Luncheon | ||
| Bachelor Party | ||
| Rehearsal Dinner | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Fees | ||
| Marriage License | ||
| Clergy Fee | ||
| Ceremony Location | ||
| Reception Location | ||
| Equipment Rentals | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Pre Wedding Pampering | ||
| Wedding Planner | ||
| Unexpected Expenses | ||
| SUBTOTAL | ||
| TOTAL |