Which came first the chicken or the egg?   Unless you, the bride knows what to except for prices, how can you set a realistic budget for a wedding?

Yet most( but not all) Wedding planners do not like to put time into consultations with a bride, unless they have a clear understanding of what can be spent.

Luckily the Brides these days have the benefit of the Internet.  Google is a girl’s best friend.

Websites carry a wealth of information on pricing , local customs and expectations.

A good website should include pictures of previous weddings along with choices of different types of weddings and or ceremonies.

They should have several examples or packages that go a long way in learing what cost are.  I always tell my brides that the packages are there for them as a guide and by no means a end all choice.  Every package can be up graded or down graded.

Look for a website  that give  information freely that you are looking for.   Check out the question and answer pages.  Really read, what is on each page not just the pictures. 

You may not be able to price your wedding down to the chair covers but you will get a good idea of  what to expect to pay.

Flowers, cake, venues, photography, catering prices can all be gleened off of  websites within your area.  Remember pricing varies from area to area.  When you are searching investigate websites that are within the region you picked to get married in.

Its important to note here,  that even within regions, pricing may vary.  What sounds good in print may not be the best quality.  So  even if a website gives rock bottom pricing the old adage you get what you pay for stands true.

Take notes and have fun its your day.