It’s that time again! The 2019 WeddingWire Newlywed Report is out! This report examines data from over 18,000 couples and highlights details about engagements, planning, guest experience, traditions and COST!! Planning a wedding can feel incredibly overwhelming. Working with a team of professionals makes all the difference. This report will provide a bit of clarity around setting a budget and some insight into real costs by category.
Some Fun Facts from the WeddingWire Newlywed Report:
- The average wedding in Charlotte costs $27,000
- Couples underestimate their budget by 45%
- Couples spend an average of $230 per guest
- 70% of ceremonies are less than 30 minutes
- The average couple hires 14 vendors on their wedding day!
- 40% of couples start planning their wedding within one month of getting engaged.
- Setting a date and finding a Venue are the first steps taken!
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- wedding planner (or planning)
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- how to plan a wedding
- wedding venue near me
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Actual Budget Samples for Ceremony & Reception:
Venue |
$9,000 |
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Catering |
$6,700 |
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Band |
$3,900 |
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Photography |
$2,400 |
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Wedding rings |
$1,900 |
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Wedding planner |
$1,850 |
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Rehearsal dinner + |
$1,800 |
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Videography |
$1,800 |
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Flowers |
$1,800 |
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Event rentals and photobooths |
$1,700 |
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Dress |
$1,700 |
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Lighting and Décor |
$1,400 |
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DJ |
$1,200 |
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Transportation |
$1,050 |
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Wedding party attire |
$800 |
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Hair and makeup |
$650 |
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Ceremony music/musician |
$600 |
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Wedding party gifts |
$600 |
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Invitations/stationery |
$550 |
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Cake/desserts |
$550 |
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Beauty and Health |
$550 |
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Favors and gifts |
$450 |
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Groom’s attire |
$400 |
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Jewelry |
$300 |
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Officiant |
$300 |
Planning your dream wedding can feel overwhelming! If the team at Champagne Manor can do anything to help, please don’t hesitate to call us!
Follow the link below to view the full report: