From the ArcaMax Publishing, Wedding Guide Newsletter:
http://www.arcamax.com/news/weddings/s-26788-466149
Need an idea of how much of your wedding budget should be spent in
which areas? Here's a guide to help you map out your wedding costs*:
Paper Work: 3.5% - 5%
Consists of: Invitations and postage, wedding programs, seating
assignment cards, personal stationary, and a calligrapher.
Bride's Attire: 13.5% - 18%
Consists of: Alterations, veil, bra, shoes, gloves, hair, and
make-up.
Groom's Attire: 1%
Consists of: Alterations, tux rental, cufflinks, and shoes.
Ceremony and Rings: 8% - 12%
Consists of: Fee for space and wedding bands for bride and
groom.
Reception and Caterer: 40% - 65%
Consists of: Rental fee, food, tables, chairs, linens,
wait-service, alcohol, and bartending.
Cake: 2% - 2.5%
Consists of: The cake of your choice.
Flowers: 5% - 13%
Consists of: Floral arrangement for ceremony and reception.
Music: 2% - 10%
Consists of: Ceremony and reception.
Photographer/Videographer: 7% - 12%
Consists of: Wedding and reception
Miscellaneous: 4% - 12%
Consists of: Transportation, accommodation, and non-wedding day
parties.
*Statistics from InfoStuff.com