Tov Maod Events

Wedding & Corporate Coordinator

Get the Most Out of Your Bridal Budget

How do we begin creating a budget?

Most of us already have an idea of what we can afford to spend. Not all of us are realistic about all the details. We have lists of dreamy things we want to include and then get a big shock when we tally up the bills. Having a good estimate of where the money goes gives you a starting point for the choices you need to make.

  • RECEPTION – 53% of the budget money
  • ATTIRE and ACCESSORIES – 10%
  • PHOTOGRAPHY – 9%
  • ENTERTAINMENT – 7%
  • FLORAL and DECORATIONS – 7%
  • MISCELLANEOUS – 6%
  • RING(S)/KETUBAH –5%
  • TRANSPORTATION – 2%
  • GIFTS – 2%
  • OFFICIANT/DONATION – 2%

WAIT!!!!! That’s more than 100%!!!! Yes, indeed it is. And that is not the whole list of expenditures. A Consultant/Coordinator can keep you in reality, offer cost saving ideas, get the desired effects AND save you money even including her fees!

Starting your married life in tremendous debt is not the ideal way to happiness. There will be plenty of other good things to invest your money in.

A note about parents who pay the wedding expenses: If they are wealthy and want to spend without limit, wonderful! But remember that your parents didn’t stay wealthy by splurging on frivolities. And if they are not with “deep pockets”, you don’t want to bankrupt them.

Even if you have an extremely small and tight budget, “You can still do something unique and unusual and it (still) winds up being less expensive” – David Tutera, event planner, New York City

TOV MAOD EVENTS can plan and produce a beautifully memorable wedding no matter what the circumstances.

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February 28, 2008 - Posted by tovmaodevents | DIY info, Money Matters, Wedding Planning | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | No Comments

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