Wedding date: Total goal: $ Monthly deposit: $
Where it lives (account):
Category Allocation
Percentages follow the classic split — adjust to your priorities.
| Category | Budgeted | Deposits Due | Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue & catering (45%) | |||
| Photo & video (12%) | |||
| Attire & beauty (8%) | |||
| Flowers & decor (8%) | |||
| Music & entertainment (7%) | |||
| Invites & stationery (3%) | |||
| Rings (6%) | |||
| Misc & buffer (11%) | |||
| Total |
Monthly Deposit Log
| Month | Deposit | New Balance | % of Goal |
|---|---|---|---|
Fund
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60
70
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90
Color up as you save
Deposit Reality Check
- Venues and photographers typically want 25–50% up front — front-load saving toward whatever invoices first.
- Keep the fund in a high-yield savings account and automate the transfer on payday.
- The buffer line is untouchable until the final month.