The cost of organizing a wedding is one of the most important topics for future brides. Despite different financial opportunities, the essence of wedding expenses is the same. Individual wishes can increase or decrease the total amount. That's why there is no common budget for a wedding. You can focus on a certain ratio of costs, dividing the entire cost of the wedding on the main item cost.
1. The banquet takes 40%
By combining the place for the ceremony and the restaurant in one place, you will save precious time on your wedding day and avoid additional costs. Give preference to a room with a suitable interior style. This way you won’t need to decorate the room as much.
Restaurants often can calculate the cost based on the total number of guests. It is better to consult with the organizers or restaurateurs in advance about the amount of alcohol. We recommend that you take into account the preferences of your guests.
2. Wedding show takes 15%
The mood of your holiday and each guest directly depends on the master of ceremonies (MC) and program. Pay special attention to this detail. You should be close to the humor and temperament of the person who will emotionally shape the evening. It is also necessary to discuss all the details about the relevant jokes and guest activity.
This item of financial planning includes music and dance groups that will fill the holiday with a special charisma. No need to overload the program with additional performances. The mood at the wedding should remain light and unobtrusive. We advise you to spend the planned amount for two or three performances.
3. Floristics and decor take 10%
Pay attention to seasonal plants to save on the wedding flower decorations. Remember that it is important to sustain the basic concept and not to shock guests with the number of compositions. Plan a wedding decoration budget at the beginning of your cooperation with the designers. They will be able to develop a design that will meet the voiced wishes, without going beyond the financial budget.
4. Photo and video take 10%
If you want to get a quality product, going the cheap route is unacceptable. The only way to minimize costs is to hire amateurs but be extremely careful. Wedding photos are unique and bad shooting can’t be redone. Compare prices for photography and videography with the planned budget and analyze if you can afford them both.
5. Technical equipment of the wedding takes 10%
The musical accompaniment and the lighting of the wedding are integral parts of a good organization. Sometimes the MC works with the DJ and you will not have to resolve this issue separately. The lighting director creates a certain atmosphere at every moment of the celebration. You need to know that the quality of photo and video shooting depends on a professionally exposed light.
6. Wedding planners take 10%
Wedding planners are indispensable people. They will understand your wishes, form the concept of the holiday and integrate your ideas in the best way possible. It is quite difficult to overestimate the importance of the organizer at the wedding. The work of some of them is paid as a percentage of the budget (10-15%) and others set a certain fee for their services.
7. Transportation and unforeseen risks take 5%
If the wedding ceremony and the banquet are in different places, you should think about a shuttle for your guests. It is advisable to provide a financial airbag to keep calm. A wedding is a very beautiful and fun holiday, but sometimes the dishes cracks and something breaks.