What percentage of my wedding budget should I allocate to flowers and decoration?

When you are planning a wedding, one of the first things you want to think about is the budget for the wedding. Just like when you plan a shopping trip to buy clothes, shoes or even an apartment, you also have to figure out how to finance your wedding and set your expectations accordingly. The first thing that experts suggest is to open a separate account just for the wedding expenses.

That way you will know exactly what you are spending, and how much money you have left. The average cost of a wedding with 150 guests averages around $27,000 and it is even higher in urban areas. Here is a basic breakdown of what you can expect to pay: Reception: 48%-50% Ceremony: 2%-3% Attire: 8%-10% Flowers: 8%-10% Entertainment/Music: 8%-10% Photography/Videography: 10%-12% Stationery: 2%-3% Wedding Rings: 2%-3% Parking/Transportation: 2%-3% Gifts: 2%-3% Miscellaneous: 8% To avoid stress, allot about 5% of your budget for a "just-in-case" fund.

If you're paying for your honeymoon yourselves, remember to budget for that as well. This should help you figure out what the estimated percentage is for each expense and give you an idea of what you should spend. Congratulations and good luck!

It sounds as though you are getting a little stressed! I did some research and I found this handy worksheet on weddings.about. Com, which they suggest you print off.

This gives you a good idea of the percentages you should allocate to everything, including of course the flowers, which they judge to be 8%. I also found some very helpful websites, listed below, which help budget for your flowers and also suggest ways of saving money without looking as though you have! Elegala.Com has some great ideas on how to reduce the cost without reducing the elegance and beauty.

Budget-bride. Com has many lovely pictures that may give you some ideas and even a do it yourself section, with instructions and a free e-mail query service to help you. I had a look at their instructions and they are very easy to understand.

If you chose this option you would be able to make good savings on your wedding flowers. It looks quite simple to make some stunning floral displays and bouquets, maybe there is someone in your family who would be willing to help. Whichever option you choose, I hope you have a wonderful day!

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