Determining Your Budget
Before you open the checkbook or lay down that credit card, take time to review the costs associated with getting married.
Ask friends or family members who have recently gotten married to advise you on setting an overall budget and how to allocate a portion of that budget to each component.
In general, the more simple and casual the wedding, the less expensive it will be. If you want a more formal and elaborate event, you'll probably need to work with a bigger budget. In this guide, you'll find options for every price range.
See our Wedding Planner Budget Checklist - we have organized the items budgeted according to whom traditionally pays for them. Today, however, many couples split the costs with their families or pay for the entire affair themselves. You can also choose to not include items you find unnecessary.
Whoever picks up the bill, it is important to stay as close to budget as possible. A happily married couple is one that is not paying wedding bills until their 10th anniversary!
