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Wedding Budget Calculator

Estimate your total wedding cost in seconds. Get a personalised breakdown by category based on your guest count, location, style, and priorities.

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Choose up to 3 priorities — we’ll shift more budget toward them.

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How to Use This Wedding Budget Calculator

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Enter your details

Choose guest count and location — or enter a fixed budget if you already know your number.

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Set your priorities

Tell us what matters most. Photography? Flowers? We shift the allocation so your budget reflects your vision.

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Customise and share

Edit any category amount, share the link with your partner, or download a PDF for vendor meetings.

Wedding Budget Breakdown by Category

The industry-standard allocation helps you prioritise spending. Venue and catering consume nearly half the budget — the rest is divided across photography, décor, attire, entertainment, and logistics.

CategoryAllocation
Venue & Catering40%
Photography & Video10%
Flowers & Decor10%
Attire & Beauty9%
Music & Entertainment8%
Stationery & Invitations4%
Wedding Rings3%
Transport3%
Accommodation3%
Favours & Gifts2%
Contingency8%

Average Wedding Costs by Location (2026)

Location is the second biggest factor after guest count. Metropolitan areas like New York, London, and Paris command premium pricing for venues, catering, and vendors.

LocationPer Guest (Classic)100 Guests
United States$440$44,000
United Kingdom£400£40,000
France42042,000
Italy42042,000
CanadaC$420C$42,000
UAE$580$58,000
AustraliaA$580A$58,000

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