I bet you're getting excited now. Having chosen your colors, theme, date, etc. But before you go crazy, sit down and rationally figure out your wedding budget. You can't exactly go anywhere without this figured out. It's actually the first thing you need to do before booking or renting or purchasing anything. Find out from your family how much they are willing to help pay for, or even what specifically they will pay for no matter the price, ie. venue, wedding gown, honeymoon, etc. Traditionally the brides parents pay for the majority of the wedding, and the grooms family pays for the rehersal and sometimes the honeymoon. But going traditional may not be right for you and your wedding. So lock down the amount of money family (and maybe friends) will be contributing and then seriously think of how much money you are able and willing to spend on the wedding.
This is your basic breakdown of where your budget goes.
The Reception: 48% - 50%
The Ceremony: 2% - 3%
Attire: 8% - 10%
Flowers: 8% - 10%
Entertainment/Music: 8% - 10%
Photography/Videography: 10% - 12%
Stationary: 2% - 3%
Wedding Rings: 2% - 3%
Parking/Transportation: 2% - 3%
Gifts: 2% - 3%
Miscellaneous: 8%
Avoid stress by adding a "Just in Case" Fund: 5%
Read more: Wedding Budget 101TheKnot.com - http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-budget/articles/wedding-budget-ways-to-save-money.aspx#ixzz2JO48dnf5
Try this website to see the average cost of a wedding in your area!
http://www.betsyraye.com/Costestimatorbreakdown.html
Always do your research! Check out multiple possibilities. Make pros and cons lists and compare prices against the overall quality/quantity you get out of services and products.
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