Enter total budget → get AI-allocated breakdown by category based on priorities. Drag sliders to reallocate. Shows 'if you spend X on venue, here's what's left for everything else.'
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Include everything: venue, food, attire, photos, the works
The average US wedding has about 120-150 guests
Here's what I'd tell a friend
This allocation follows what most couples end up spending, but YOUR priorities matter most. If live music is your dream, pull from stationery and favors. Keep that contingency fund intact — 93% of couples go over budget without one.
Venue & Catering
$12,000
40% of budget — Includes reception site, food, and service staff
Photo & Video
$3,600
12% of budget — Photographer, videographer, and editing
Music & Entertainment
$2,400
8% of budget — DJ or band, sound equipment, lighting
Flowers & Decor
$2,400
8% of budget — Ceremony and reception florals, centerpieces, linens
Attire & Beauty
$2,400
8% of budget — Wedding dress/suit, alterations, hair, and makeup
Planner & Coordination
$1,800
6% of budget — Day-of coordinator or full planner
Invitations & Paper
$900
3% of budget — Save-the-dates, invites, programs, thank-you cards
Favors & Gifts
$900
3% of budget — Guest favors, wedding party gifts, parent gifts
Transportation
$600
2% of budget — Limo, shuttle, or rideshare for guests
Contingency Fund
$3,000
10% of budget — Buffer for surprises — trust us, you will need this
Estimated cost per guest
$100
Venue & catering portion divided by guest count
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