How to Create a Wedding Budget That Works for You
Making a wedding budget can be difficult but it doesn’t have to be. You can create a budget that works for you and your partner by following a few simple steps and being honest with yourself about your priorities.
Determine your overall budget as the first step in creating a wedding budget. This is the total amount of money that you and your partner are willing to spend on your wedding. This figure will serve as the foundation of your budget allowing you to determine how much money you can spend on each aspect of your wedding.
Once you’ve determined your overall budget it’s time to break it down into smaller categories. Some examples of common categories are:
- Catering and location
- Videography and photography
- Flowers and decorations
- Wedding attire and decorations
- Entertainment and music
- Favors and stationery
- Transportation
- Makeup and hair
Determine a specific dollar amount to be allocated to each category. Remember to include any non negotiable expenses in your budget such as the venue or photographer. After you’ve set a budget for each category you can start researching …
