wedding cost breakdown | $67k wedding in australia | tips & reflections

We got married in early 2025 this year and spent just over $67k AUD on our big day — $10k over budget 😅.

But we have no regrets as we had an amazing time celebrating with all our loved ones. We skipped a lot of the traditional wedding norms for e.g. no bridal party, no big cake cutting, no first dance, and still had the best time ever.

In this video, I share our full wedding cost breakdown, how I managed and tracked everything without a wedding planner using my own wedding tracker and my honest reflections + tips I’d give to any engaged couple.

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✨ Any questions about vendors, suppliers or costs - let me know in the comments!

✨ Lastly, was was your budget for your wedding if you’re looking to get married soon or if you are already married, how did you guys go from a cost perspective? 🙏

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⏱️ // Timestamps //
0:00 - Pre intro 😗
0:30 - Intro
2:41 - Context & background (type of wedding, why wedding)
8:28 - Cost breakdown overview
10:16 - Cost breakdown / Food, drinks + venue hire
14:05 - Cost breakdown / Photos, videos + photobooth
15:41 - Cost breakdown / Attire, wear and make up + hair
21:07 - Cost breakdown / Floral, stationary + styling
24:32 - Cost breakdown / DJ, MC + lion dancing
27:35 - Cost breakdown / Accommodation + london taxi
29:23 - Cost breakdown wrap up
30:34 - Tip 1 - Having a budget and agree with partner
31:13 - Tip 2 - Tracking all of your wedding cost and expenses
31:53 - Tip 3 - Start a sinking savings fund early on
32:56 - Tip 4 - Don’t be afraid to break traditional wedding customs
33:59 - Last words

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⚠️ Disclaimer
This video is for education and entertainment purposes only and is not financial advice. Please do your own research or speak to a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.