Estimated budget for 125-150 people

Posted Friday, May 25, 2007 3:00 PM

Ours is definitely subject to change-- I included here a few things that we know will be gifts (so our actual charge will be $0-- notably the cake/creampuffs) and a few charges are subject to change (RD, brunch, extra labor, extras). We anticipate that a small amount of cost may be recouped after (by resale or for venue, $500 damage deposit return) but likely offset by those extra costs incurred or not included here. Note that anyone interesting in purchasing 8 foot banquet tablecloths after 9/29 should please let me know! :)

Skipped: no video (personal preference); no transportation needed; no hotel room

Splurged: Music, paper goods (even though DIY, I definitely indulged), Favors (despite this being controversial), and offer to pay bridal party attire expenses (not traditional in my family)

EXPENSES

Venue $3500 ($500 of that is damage deposit)

Sushi, small plates & sake $4078 (for 150 people)

Espresso, tea & smoothies $1010

Wine $300 (approx.)

Wine glasses $150

Sake cups $150

Tablecloths $400

Table runners $100
Napkins $175

Dessert plates $90

Cream puffs $250

Cutting cake $20

Cake knife $10

Water glasses $100

Hair (bride only) $75

Makeup (5 girls) $500

Bride's 3 dresses $900

Bridesmaid dresses $200

Flower girl dresses $200

Guys shirts, ties & cufflinks $180

Tuxes $400

Favors $700

Flowers $1000

RD & RD favors $750

Day after brunch $400

Extra event staff $500

Paper goods (all) $600

Ceremony music $750

Photos $2600

TOTAL: 20698