Why wedding costs have increased so much in recent years

A wedding planner has explained why weddings have become more expensive, citing a demand for premium venues as a key reason for the increase.

An average Australian wedding now costs $36,000, with couples sparing no expense to celebrate their big day.

Wedding planner Gee Tankir said venues, photographers and the all-important wedding dress were all important details of a wedding that had become pricier.

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“The cost has significantly increased,” she told Tom Elliott on 3AW Mornings.

“After COVID the increase for venue costs per person was between $30-50.”