I think it can be really hard for brides to get a real idea of what they will probably spend for their wedding. A really neat site to help you estimate what the going average in your area is
www.costofwedding.com. Just punch in your zip code and your off.
So how does the Dallas area measure?
Total Average Wedding: $23,201 - $38,668
- Wedding Dress - $944 - $1,573
- Makeup - $59-$98
- DJ- $682 - &1,136
- Live Band - $1,565 - $2,609
- Bridal Bouquet - $120 - $200
- Flowers - $1,785 - $2,975
- Invitations - $614 - $1,024
- Jewelry - $4,961 - $8,268
- Wedding Planner - $1,065 - $1,775
- Reception Venue - $2,272 - $3,786
- Wedding Cake - $322 - $536
- Videographer - $1,161 - $1,935
- Photographer - $1,592 - $2,654
You can drill down into that list as much as you want once on the website. I want to touch on the photography point. It is also stated on the website that experience or sought after photographers can be much more. My brides are averaging right on $2,700 when they use me. I think a good rule of thumb for wedding photography is 10% of your total budget. Your basically going to have three tangible things years from now: Your rings, Your video, and your photographs. It makes since to spend the most on these three items. I'd say you can get by without the video and spend more on photography, but don't tell the videographers I said that!
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