Wedding Expenses

When I was trying to create a wedding budget, I found it very difficult to estimate costs.  Some things it was easy to get an idea about, but a lot of little things were difficult for me to judge, having no reference as a guide.  And so, I give to you our budget--our entire budget--so that wedding planning may be a bit easier for you.  Keep in mind that I spent a lot of time trying to find low prices or ways to do things cheaply.  But most of these prices are exact.  A few things we did at the last minute we left off our expense sheet, but for the most part, it is very accurate and complete.

Expense	Total Cost
Venue
Ceremony Site Fee	500
Ceremony Chairs and Arch	339.55
Book for Officiant	15
Food/Drinks
Reception Food	4075.12
Bartender Fee	194.63
Drinks (all)	1800
Cake Cutting Fee	52.5
Cake	242
Entertainment
Speakers	319.23
Music	7
Attire
Nicole's Dress w/ Alterations	1350
Dress Shipping Costs	51.56
Nicole's Undergarments	184.91
Nicole's Shoes	39.14
Nicole's Hair/Make-up/Nails/Wax	150
Daniel's Tux	132
Daniel's Shoes	included
Flower Girl Dress	54.99
Flower Girl Basket	10.91
Flowers
Flowers (all)	749.15
Vases	71.7
Photo/Video
Photography (w/ travel)	1690.13
Photography Prints	?
Videography	0
Paper Necessities
Invitations (w/ Thank You Cards)	159.28
Place Cards/Guest Comment Cards	20
Book for Guest Comment Cards	?
Nom Monster	26.07
Directions to Reception	10
Miscellaneous
Rings	430
Marriage License	79
Hotel Room	400
Tulle	23.65
Attendant Gifts	350
Parent Gifts	100
Miscellaneous	226.76
Honeymoon	paid by registry
Rehearsal Dinner	0
Totals	13854.28

Actually, looking at it now, this seems off.  I think we spent more like $15,000, so some stuff may be missing from here.  But anyway, it should give you a pretty good idea of what we spent on what.  Hope it helps!

Did you/will you keep extensive records on your wedding expenses?  If you're still planning, does this help?