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FREE CHEESYPIX WEDDING PLANNING TOOL

Plan Your Wedding Budget

Create a realistic wedding budget in minutes. Track expenses, uncover forgotten costs, calculate your cost per guest, and leave with a personalized action plan you can print or save.

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STEP 1

Tell us about your wedding

Use estimates if you are still shopping. “Included elsewhere” and “Not needed” will not be treated as forgotten items.

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Why include a cushion? Taxes, gratuity, delivery, overtime and last-minute changes can quietly add up. A cushion helps protect the budget you actually care about.
Rental fee, ceremony space, tables, chairs or required packages
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Meal service, staffing, rentals, service fees and gratuity
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Alcohol, mixers, bartenders and nonalcoholic drinks
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Coverage, engagement session, albums and prints
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Highlight film, ceremony audio and edited footage
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Music, microphones, ceremony sound and lighting
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Bouquets, centerpieces, linens, signs and rentals
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Wedding cake, dessert table, delivery and cutting fees
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Guest entertainment, unlimited prints and custom artwork
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Dress, suit, alterations, hair, makeup and accessories
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Stationery, postage, signage, favors and guest-book items
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Transportation, parking, delivery, setup and cleanup
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Vendor tips, taxes, permits, marriage license and service fees
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CHEESYPIX WEDDING PLANNING HUB Wedding Budget Plan
YOUR WEDDING BUDGET SNAPSHOT

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Add your wedding details to build a personalized plan.

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YOUR BUDGET HEALTH

Ready when you are.

Add your numbers and we will help you understand the whole picture.

SMART CHECK

You may have forgotten…

YOUR BREAKDOWN

Where your money is going

YOUR NEXT THREE MOVES
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    What the numbers suggest

      A friendly reality check: This planner organizes the numbers you enter. It does not replace actual vendor quotes, taxes, service fees or your own priorities.
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      WEDDING BUDGET FAQ

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Clear answers to some of the questions couples ask most often.

      How much should I budget for a wedding?

      Your ideal wedding budget depends on your guest count, venue, food, photography, entertainment, and personal priorities. This planner helps you build a budget from your own numbers rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all average.

      What is the average wedding budget?

      Wedding costs vary widely by location, guest count, date, and style. A local, personalized estimate is usually more useful than a national average, so the planner focuses on the costs that apply to your celebration.

      How much should I spend per guest?

      Enter your expected guest count and the planner will automatically calculate your estimated cost per guest. That number can help you compare catering, venue, rental, and entertainment choices more realistically.

      Should I include a contingency fund?

      Yes. Many couples reserve about 5–10% of their budget for price changes, gratuities, last-minute additions, and other unexpected expenses. The planner can calculate that safety cushion automatically.

      Can I print or save my wedding budget?

      Yes. Use the Print or Save as PDF button to create a clean copy of your completed budget, including your totals, category details, reminders, and next steps.

      Does CheesyPix receive the information I enter?

      No. The planner saves your progress locally in your browser so you can return to it on the same device. Your numbers are not emailed or submitted to CheesyPix.

      PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

      Plan Your Wedding Budget with Confidence

      Planning a wedding shouldn't mean wrestling with spreadsheets. Our free Wedding Budget Planner helps you estimate costs, organize expenses, calculate your cost per guest, and catch commonly forgotten items before they become expensive surprises.

      Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a large reception, you'll finish with a realistic budget, a printable summary, and clear next steps—all in just a few minutes.