Wedding savings tracker
Every wedding cost on one page, and 100 boxes to save for it.
Wedding costs add up fast, and the easiest way to keep them in check is to see them all at once. The cost list covers the big categories, from venue and food to attire, photos and rings.
Add them up, divide by 100 and write the amount on the sheet. Each box is one percent of the wedding. Color them in together as you save.
How it works
List what each part of the wedding will cost and add it up. Divide the total by 100, so each box is 1% of the wedding. Color in a box every time you save that much, together.
| Wedding budget | Each of 100 boxes (1%) | Per month over 12 months |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $100 | $834 |
| $15,000 | $150 | $1,250 |
| $25,000 | $250 | $2,084 |
| $35,000 | $350 | $2,917 |
How to use it
- Fill in an estimate for each cost and add up the total.
- Divide by 100. Each box is that amount, or 1% of your goal.
- Color in a box every time you save that much.
Ways to use it
- Smaller budget: use only the categories you need.
- Families contributing: mark their boxes in a different color.
- Honeymoon: track it separately with the vacation tracker.
Tips
- Decide your total first, then fit the categories to it.
- Ask about deposits and due dates so you save in the right order.
Questions
How do I make a wedding budget?
Decide the total you can afford first, then divide it between categories like venue, food, attire, photos and rings. This sheet lists the common ones.
How much should we save each month for a wedding?
Divide your total by the months until the date. For $15,000 over 12 months, that is $1,250 a month.
Which wedding costs come first?
Venue and vendor deposits usually come first. Ask each vendor when payments are due and save for those first.
Goes well with
- Couples savings challenge Two people, one goal, $3,000. Each partner marks their own boxes.
- Vacation savings tracker Price the trip, then color in 50 boxes to pay for it in cash.
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$10,000 savings challenge
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This printable is a general planning tool, not financial advice. Read the full disclaimer.