Instructions:
1. Use the Estimator worksheet to set the estimated budget for each category, listed below the word "Estimated"
2. Record estimated amounts for each item in each category, trying to stay below the Estimated budget
3. When you make a purchase, add the amount to the Actual column
4. Try to make the Total for each category be equal to or less than the Estimated (budgeted) amount
Estimated
Actual
Total Expense
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Apparel
Gown
Bridal Shoes
Bridal slip
Lingerie
Hosiery
Jewelry
Bridal Headpiece/veil
Bridal gloves
Bridesmaid dresses
Bridesmaid accessories
Bridesmaid shoes
Groom's tux
Groomsmen tuxes
Groom's tux
Garters
Gown preservation
Alterations
Going-away outfit
Honeymoon clothes
Children's apparel
Total Apparel
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Flowers
Brides bouquet
Bridesmaids bouquets
Corsages
Boutonnière
Reception centerpieces
Altarpiece
Pew/chair bows
Toss bouquet
Flower girls' flowers
Total Flowers
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Photography / Video
Bridal portraits
Reception
Ceremony
Photo albums
Engagement portraits
Videography
Total Photography/Video
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Stationary
Invitations
Announcements
Map/direction cards
Reply cards
Ceremony cards
Save the date cards
Postage
Calligrapher
Newspaper announcement
Thank you notes
Rehearsal dinner invitations
Bridesmaid luncheon invitations
Bachelor party invitations
Wedding programs
Address labels
Total Stationary
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Gifts & Favors
Attendant gifts
Gift for fiancee
Favors
Total Gifts & Favors
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Misc
Marriage license
Bridesmaids' luncheon
Hairdresser
Manicure/pedicure
Manicure/pedicure for attendants
Make-up
Wedding planner/organizer
Consultant/coordinator
Hotel for guests
Other
Total Misc
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Reception
Location fee
Caterer
Food
Baker
Musician
Bar tender
Liquor
Security
Wedding cake
Groom's cake
Cake knife
Cake decorations
Groomsmen tuxes
Servers
Table decorations
Other decorations
Dishes
Glassware
Napkins
Linens
Tables
Chairs
Guest book
Entertainment
Rice/Rose petals/bubbles
Parking
Gratuities
Limousine/Carriage
Transportation
Childcare
Balloons
Total Reception
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Ceremony
Clergy
Location fee
Altar decorations
Arch or canopy
Chair/pew rental
Pew/chair decorations
Guest book/pen
Ring bearer pillow
Flower girl basket
Unity candle
Aisle runner
Ushers
Gratuity
Transportation
Childcare
Total Ceremony
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Rings
Wedding bands
Engagement ring
Engraving
Total Rings
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Rehearsal dinner
Caterer
Bartender
Liquor
Tables/chairs
Decorations
Security
Music
Sound system
Guest parking
Dishes
Centerpieces
Linens
Groomsmen tuxes
Food
Servers
Total Rehearsal
$
$
Estimated
Actual
Honeymoon
Air fare
Accommodations
Rental Car
Entertainment
Misc
Total Honeymoon
$
$