Okay, no wedding budget is perfect, but hopefully, this can give you an idea on what you might expect to pay for some of your vendors or services.
So whether you’re on a budget or not – this may be a good rule of thumb for allocation with your wedding finances.
ATTIRE – 7% [$2,800]
Things that this could include:
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Wedding dress
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Wedding dress alterations
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Specialty undergarments
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Veil
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Wedding shoes
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Bridal jewelry/ accessories
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Groom’s tux & shoes
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Reception outfit – if you’re changing
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Post-wedding brunch outfit
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Rehearsal dinner outfit
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Bachelor/bachelorette outfit
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Bridal shower outfit
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Engagement photos outfit
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Engagement party outfit
CAKE – 2% [$800]
Things that this could include:
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Cake
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Cake display
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Sheet cake for extra servings
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Cake topper
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Cake stand
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Delivery fee
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Additional dessert
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Preservation kit for one-year anniversary
CEREMONY – 2% [$800]
Things that this could include:
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Ceremony site
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Officiant fee
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Marriage license
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Ceremony accessories
FAVORS & GIFTS – 2% [$800]
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Wedding favors
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Wedding party gifts
FOOD – 18% [$7,200]
Things that this could include:
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Tasting appointment
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Rehearsal dinner
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Hors D’oeuvres
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Plated, buffet, or family style meal
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Food stations
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Service staff
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catering equipment
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Catering rentals
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Vendor meals
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Service charge
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Setup and cleanup fee
MUSIC – 8% [$3,200]
Things that this could include:
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Ceremony musicians
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Cocktail hour music
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Reception DJ
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Live band
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Microphone (mostly for toasts)
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Sound system
PHOTOGRAPHY &/OR VIDEO – 14% [$5,600]
Things that this could include:
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Engagement session
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Rehearsal dinner coverage
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Wedding day coverage
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Same day edit
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Highlight reel
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Feature film
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Until next time,
Emily
BEAUTY – 2% [$800]
Things that this could include:
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Pre-wedding cuts
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Waxing
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Facials
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Mani & Pedi
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Lash extensions – if desired
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Hair trial appointment
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Day-of wedding hairstyle
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Makeup trial appointment
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Day-of wedding makeup
DRINKS – 8% [$3,200]
Things that this could include:
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Cocktail hour drinks
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Champagne toast
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Reception drinks
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Open bar
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Beer and wine
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Speciality cocktails
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Bartender service
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Mixers
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Non-alcoholic beverages
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Glassware – if it isn’t included in your packages
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Bar signage
Bartender gratuity
FLOWERS & DECOR – 8% [$3,200]
Things that this could include:
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Bouquets
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Boutonnieres
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Corsages for mothers & grandmothers
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Flowers for flower girl
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Ceremony arrangements
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Specialty decor rentals
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Delivery fees
INVITES & PAPER – 2% [$800]
Things that this could include:
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Save the dates
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Wedding invitations
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Post wedding brunch invitations
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Envelopes
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Postage
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Return address labels
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Wedding ceremony programs
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Place cards
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Menu cards
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Favor labels
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Thank you cards
RECEPTION VENUE – 18% [$7,200]
Things that this could include:
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Room rental fee
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Venue deposit
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Ceremony fee – if held in a different location
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Dance floor rental – if not included
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Tax and service fee
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Security – if required by venue
TRANSPORTATION – 2% [$800]
WEDDING PLANNER – 5%* [$2,000]
This is on the low end, sometimes it is closer to 10 – 15% of the budget
WEDDING RINGS – 2% [800]
Bands, resizing fees, insurance and potentially engraving
