Apr 16, 2013 | Posted by: abi s

There are a lot of obvious costs that are a natural part of the wedding budget. But there are some hidden cost that you may fail to think of when using the budget calculator on the free wedding planner apps for iPhone, iPad and android. Below you will find a list of the most common items that are overlooked when creating a wedding budget.

1. Alterations - although you were measured for that beautiful dress the bridal shop will most likely order the closet thing to your size. You will need to have it altered to get an exact fit. The Bridal salons may charge more than you can afford so ask them about this when buying the dress, if it costs too much you can find a local seamstress that could get the job done.

2. Tents- if you are planning an outdoor wedding you really need to have a backup plan. Many places may already have a backup rain plan in place this way you don't lose money. If they do not you will be required to put down an often non-refundable deposit.

3. Not On Their Vendors List - there are quite a few wedding venues that have a list of vendors that they normally work with. These could be wedding caterers, wedding florist, and wedding photographers some venues will even have a list of preferred wedding DJs. Find out before you book the venue. If there will be an extra charge for not using their people.

4. Wedding Clean Up - as you ride off into the sunset to celebrate your first night of weighted lists, someone will have to clean up the mess left behind. Most wedding venues and wedding reception venues will require the first setup and breakdown on the day of your wedding. Be careful with this, because if your wedding carries over into the early morning you can be charged time and a half the labor. When you are discussing the rental ask about set up and breakdown costs make sure it is included in your initial quote and they're all labor charges are clearly stated.

5. Postage - with the rising cost of the USPS delivery service. It is important that you know the cost first standard mail sizes. Depending on the size and thickness of your invitation is it could easily be as much as two dollars per invitation.

There you have it. Your top five hidden wedding costs . If you have not thought of the things already do not feel embarrassed. Planning a wedding is one of the most stressful times in a woman's life and she is bound to forget some things. Visit iwedplanner.com to find out more about things that may get overlooked when wedding planning. While you're there, sign up for your free wedding website and download the free wedding planner apps for android.