What Size Wedding Should You Have?
By Sally Manglicmot.

Are you planning a large or small wedding—not sure? 
Consider two components: the number of guests invited and the wedding budget. Usually, a small wedding consist of 50-100 guests. These are normally for a smaller budget. However, a small wedding could have a very large budget of say $20,000 consisting of the finest food and wine and other accommodations. For most of us, a small wedding budget is in the range of $1,000 to $10,000.

Usually, an average wedding consist of 150-300 guests. The average budget may come as a surprise to you, but providing a seated affair or buffet, champagne and entertainment at the reception consist of 40% of the budget, an average wedding in the USA for the last couple of years is $22,000. Of course, there are many ways to slim the budget with a little creativity.

Usually, a large wedding is an extravagant affair, and the budget isn't as important as the celebration itself. A large wedding can consist of 350-500 guests. Providing a wonderful reception for a large number of guests can really add up! With an unlimited budget, why not serve a savory menu and serve the best refreshments for your once-in-a-lifetime event? Usually, large weddings can cost anywhere from $40,000 to $200,000.

This article is by Sally Manglicmot, creator of Weddings A Breeze 'Wedding Planning and Organizer Kit'.