How to make a wedding budget you can actually stick to
Before you start adding things to the wedding list, have a chat about what matters most. Your budget should help you make choices, not…
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Budget Planner
Start with what feels comfortable, then decide where it matters most.
Agree your starting point
Write down the amount you can comfortably spend, confirmed contributions and an amount to keep aside for unexpected costs. Keep hoped-for contributions separate until they are confirmed.
- List the big commitments: venue, food, drinks and the people helping you make the day happen.
- Ask what each quote includes, what costs extra and when payments are due.
- Review your total together before making another booking.
A useful first worksheet
Use the categories below as a starting checklist for your own budget. We’ll build the interactive budget planner into this section next.
- Venue, ceremony and legal arrangements
- Food, drinks and guest numbers
- Photography and videography
- Clothing, alterations and accessories
- Flowers, styling, stationery and entertainment
- Transport, accommodation and a contingency
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Download the free wedding budget worksheet (PDF)
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