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“The idea of an average wedding cost can be misleading, because weddings are highly personal and spending varies widely based on location, guest count and priorities. The average cost can serve as a great starting point, but every couple's budget will be unique to them,” wedding planner Desireé Dent, from Chicago, said.
The average expense per wedding guest is $292, with an average guest count of 117. The obvious needs to be stated that the more people you invite, the more you’ll spend. So, if you need to be very budget-conscious and cut down on expenses, one of the best things you can do is reduce the number of people you invite.
#22 This One Is My Most Favorite Lmao. My Husband Has It As His Facebook Pfp
#23 My Man Of Honor Tide-Penning My Wedding Dress When I Immediately Dropped Taco Sauce On It
#24 During Our First Dance My Husband Asked “Do You Want To Try A Dip?” I Said “Do You Even Know How To Do That?” He Said “Eh” And Then Proceeded To Drop Me (Gently)
That being said, some wedding expenses are fixed, and they’ll cost the same no matter how many guests you have. For example, hiring a wedding photographer or DJ won’t cost you less just because you’ve trimmed your guest list. Meanwhile, a caterer and baker will charge you more for more work due to more guests.
#27 This Is My Dad Stepping On My Veil And Then Dress And Almost Bringing Me Down To The Ground
Typically, marrying couples hire an average of 13 vendors for their wedding. If you don’t have an unlimited budget, sit down with your partner and compare your wants and needs.
Prioritize the things that truly matter to you. Maybe delicious food or an amazing band are what you absolutely can’t do without, while something like flowers and decor are secondary to you. Or vice versa. And it’s not a sign of weakness to ask for help.
“A wedding planner can help couples maximize their budgets by finding out what their hierarchy of needs are and identifying cost-saving measures,” says renowned business coach, Terrica.
#29 The Reception Buffet Was Decorated With Beautiful Large Vegetables, So There Are Many Shots Of Us And Our Guests Posing With Them. Also, The Power Went Out For 1.25 Hours, But We Partied On. We Celebrate 36 Years This Fall
#30 My Niece Chose To Throw Her Wig And Shoes Off After The Ceremony. Ahhh To Be Free Like A Child
How did you know that you and your partner were compatible?
What are the best, most fun moments that you’ve ever experienced at a wedding? On the flip side, what are some of the biggest fails and cringe-worthy things you’ve witnessed at someone’s wedding as a guest?
If you’re married, what went right and wrong at your own wedding? Did everything turn out according to plan, or did things get derailed?
What advice would you give couples who are getting married soon and feel utterly overwhelmed? Let us know.
#31 Instead Of Crying I Screamed From Excitement (We Had A Mini Wedding Only Immediate Family )
#32 Pictured: My Brother-In-Law Telling My Wife That He Sent The Limo Driver Out For More Beer And That's Why We're Going To Be Late For Pictures And Our Own Reception
#33 My Dad At My Forth Wedding. He Was So Over Me Marrying Everyone That I Date!
#34 Our Photographer Told Us To Stretch Out Our Faces Since We’d Been Smiling For So Many Photos. Then She Snapped A Photo
#35 My Bridesmaids Literally Wiping Up All My Sweat After Taking All Our Pictures Before The Ceremony Outside In Ridiculous Humidity Bc It Was Raining Heavily Off And On The Whole Day 😂 I Had The Best Bridesmaids
#38 One Of My Favorite Photos Because It’s So Real 😂 When We Got This Back I Laughed So Hard
#39 Officiating At My Friends Wedding, When The Best Man Put A *Little* Too Much Sake In The Traditional Toast Glass!
