Budget calculator
Where should the wedding money go?
Type your total and the number of guests. You get a usual split that you can change, and what each part is worth.
| Category | Share, % | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Venue and hire | €3,000 | |
| Food and drinks | €6,000 | |
| Photo and video | €2,000 | |
| Music and entertainment | €1,400 | |
| Attire, hair and make-up | €1,600 | |
| Flowers and decor | €1,600 | |
| Rings | €600 | |
| Invitations, stationery and favours | €600 | |
| Transport and guests' stay | €800 | |
| Registration and paperwork | €400 | |
| Buffer for surprises | €2,000 | |
| Total | 100% | €20,000 |
The shares add up to 100%.
Cost per guest: €200
These are common starting points, not rules. Your venue, your caterer and your city will change the numbers.
More free tools
- Food and drink calculatorTypical amounts of food, cake, soft drinks, wine and sparkling wine for your guests.
- Wedding checklistA complete checklist from a year before the wedding to the day after, ready to print.
- Seating chart templateHow many tables you need, and a printable chart with a line for every guest.
Turn the numbers into a plan
MarryPrep writes the checklist, splits the budget, keeps the guest list and draws the seating for you. Free to start.
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