Planning
Wedding Budget Planning: Where Your Money Should Go
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A simple way to split an Indian wedding budget across venue, food, décor, outfits and photography — and where to save.
A clear budget early on prevents stress later. Here is a simple starting split for an Indian wedding — adjust it to what matters most to you.
| Category | Typical share |
|---|---|
| Venue & catering | 40–50% |
| Décor & lighting | 12–18% |
| Outfits & jewellery | 10–15% |
| Photography & film | 6–10% |
| Entertainment | 4–8% |
| Invitations, gifts & miscellaneous | 5–8% |
Where to save
- Combine functions at one venue to reduce set-up costs.
- Re-use décor elements between the wedding and reception.
- Keep the guest list realistic — it affects almost every other cost.
Always keep 5–10% aside as a buffer for last-minute changes.
