Running the day for the couple. Below is what it actually costs, how long before money arrives,
and the part most guides leave out.
Startup capital
€1,500–€9,000
Hours / week
20–50
First income
~16 wks
Net margin
75%
Saturation
high
Realistic ceiling
€900–€4,500
What nobody usually tells you
High fees, almost no capital, and couples book twelve months ahead so the year is visible. Every job lands on a Saturday, the emotional load is real, and the season is effectively six months long.
The route, in five steps
Coordinate on the day for others before planning your own
Charge a percentage or a flat €1500-4000, never hourly
Venues refer more work than any advert
Take a deposit that covers your time if they cancel
Ten to fifteen weddings is a full year
What you'll need to buy
These are the categories every wedding planning pays for in the first month.
We break down what each one actually costs at this size on the
tools page.
These numbers are the average case. Whether this business clears your target depends on
your capital, your hours and how long you can wait — put them in and see.