Introduction
It’s no secret that weddings are crazy expensive and keep getting more expensive each year. The average cost of a wedding can be between $15,000 to $35,000 or even more if you have the means. Venue, decorations, and catering are some of the biggest expenses on the wedding list but there are so many little expenses that couples usually forget about. These small expenses can add up and disrupt your budget plan entirely if you aren’t mindful.
Many couples end up taking out a personal loan for wedding expenses specifically because they didn’t account for everything in their budget and are struggling to cover the bills. So, we have put together a list of 6 unexpected wedding expenses that couples usually forget to budget for.
Cake cutting
While booking your wedding venue, couples ask about other potential fees they charge. However, there’s one fee that people often forget to inquire about. Many vendors charge additional fees for each slice of cake they cut. If you expect more than 100 guests, be aware of this fee or else, you will be blindsided by a bill that could push you over the budget.
Hair & makeup trials
Couples want everything to be flawless on their wedding day and rightly so. This includes hair and makeup. Now, before the big day, makeup artists do trials to make sure they get everything right. From shade matches to whether the look suits their wedding dress, hair and makeup trials are essential. These trials can cost anything from $50 to $100, more if it’s a high-end MUA. So, keep this in mind while you are looking for makeup artists.
Bridal breakfast party
Getting ready for your wedding should be exciting and relaxed, not chaotic and unorganized. However, hungry bridesmaid and family can make the whole experience bothersome. The bridal party get up early and will need food and beverages throughout before the wedding ceremony starts. Be sure to include this in your budget.
Event Insurance
At its core, a wedding is a grand party—a celebration—and parties can get a little wild. Hence, some venues require couples to get event insurance for their wedding. This helps the venue cover their costs if guests break anything or if there are any mishaps from the vendors, which are very common during weddings.
Childcare
Childcare services are commonplace at weddings, but this is not your usual gig! Wedding childcare means watching over way more kids than the average sitter may be used to and the costs will reflect that. Childcare can be as costly as $100 per hour, not including the food prices. It’s best to add this to your budget because it can be a huge amount.
Beauty treatments and spas
Theoretically, a wedding should be a fun and glorious moment in your life. But realistically, they can be nerve-racking, and chaotic. Brides, grooms, and even the bridesmaids and groomsmen take time to pamper themselves and relax before the chaos begins. Manicures, pedicures, massages, hair spas, and beauty treatments can be the perfect way to unwind and get in the spirit for the big day ahead. If you are thinking of doing something for your bridal party, make sure to add it to the budget.
Conclusion
A wedding can be emotionally overwhelming. Yes, it’s a day that celebrates love and togetherness but you are simultaneously managing different tasks, expectations, and coordinating teams.
Taking the time to consider these little but important expenses in your budget will save you a world of trouble. Not everything will go your way on the big day, no matter how meticulously you plan every detail.
So, besides these things, you should have room in your budget to account for any last-minute bills you might end up with. We hope this helps you make a better budget plan for the special day.