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Wedding Budget 101

Canvas Weddings

While tradition used to dictate that a majority of the wedding finances were provided by parents of the couple, today’s weddings often look a little different, with money coming from several different sources. If you and your partner are paying for the wedding, have you agreed on a set amount you’re willing to spend?

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What to Do After You Get Engaged

Villa Tuscana Events

Your guest count will directly affect: Venue size and availability Catering costs Seating arrangements Overall budget Discuss Your Wedding Budget and Funding Options Your wedding budget is one of the most important aspects of planning. Think about how large or small you want your wedding party to be.

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Who Pays for a Destination Wedding? Wedding Planner Secrets Revealed

Joy

The way expenses get split between the couple, their families, and guests is different from regular weddings. The couple’s core responsibilities The bride and groom usually take care of the basic wedding elements, whatever the location might be. Modern destination weddings take a more shared approach to finances.

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Wedding Budget 101

Big Apple Bride Events

Top Tips for Staying on Budget & Ways to Save Without Sacrificing For most people money talk is something that’s highly uncomfortable and often avoided, but it’s a must when wedding planning. Are the parents of the bride paying for the entire wedding? Are the bride and groom paying for it themselves?

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Social Media for Wedding Planners: Tips From Shaun Gray On How To Build a Lucrative Social Following

Planning Pod

For example, Shaun recently planned a “garden disco” themed wedding for a pair of grooms. He also regularly shows up, giving “face-to-face” advice to his nearly weds, even if it isn’t always what they want to hear—like how much of your wedding budget you can expect to spend on florals.

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Tips For Navigating Setting Up Your Wedding Floral Budget

Junebug Weddings

As a rule of thumb, most couples allocate about 8-10% of their overall wedding budget toward flowers, but every wedding is different. ” Laura of Laura Clare Design said, “I always consider the essentials your personal flowers, such as a bridal bouquet and a groom’s boutonniere.

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The Complete Engagement Party Guide: Planning & Hosting the Perfect Celebration

Peerspace

Align with the wedding budget so the engagement party doesnt take away from the big days finances. If wedding expenses are already adding up, opt for a casual, cost-effective gathering at home or a free outdoor space. Watch out for hidden costs like gratuities, delivery fees, or extra service charges at venues. Check it out!