Wedding budget & money: Budget breakdown by category
Venue, food and drink usually take about half. Fund your top two priorities first and keep the rest simple.
The key points
- Venue, catering and bar: 45–50%
- Photo and video: 10–12%
- Attire and beauty: 8–10%
- Flowers and décor: 8–10%
$10,000 wedding
About 40–60 guests at an inclusive venue or restaurant.
$20,000 wedding
Room for a good photographer and a full dinner for around 80–100.
$30,000 wedding
More choice of venue and style for 100+ guests.
