For a wedding with 400 guests in the Van Nuys, the estimated total cost is around $125,729 - $153,669. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Van Nuys is approximately $349. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $125,729 - $153,669.
The average wedding cost in Van Nuys is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $125,729 - $153,669 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Van Nuys CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $303. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $326.
In Van Nuys CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,478 - $1,806. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,103 - $2,571 |
1.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $326 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,478 - $1,806 |
1.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Van Nuys is $2,426 - $2,966. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Van Nuys area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,426 - $2,966 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,426 - $2,966 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Van Nuys is $345 - $421. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$345 - $421 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,822 - $10,782, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Van Nuys area is $1,711 - $2,091.
For a live band, couples in Van Nuys typically budget around $4,811 - $5,880 which is 3.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,822 - $10,782 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,711 - $2,091 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$757 - $925 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,811 - $5,880 |
3.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,544 - $1,887 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Van Nuys, you should budget approximately $69,211 - $84,591, which is about 55.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$69,211 - $84,591 |
55.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,517 - $16,521 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$26,242 - $32,074 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$19,922 - $24,350 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,529 - $11,647 |
7.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,882 - $10,856. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,882 - $10,856 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$797 - $975 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$356 - $436 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,072 - $1,310 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,064 - $3,744 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,959 - $2,395 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,538 - $4,324.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,538 - $4,324 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,176 - $2,660 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $5,304 - $6,482. This is approximately 4.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$5,304 - $6,482 |
4.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$661 - $807 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$583 - $713 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$303 - $371 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$609 - $745 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$644 - $788 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$591 - $723 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$443 - $541 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$464 - $567 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $844 - $1,032, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $509 - $622, which is about 0.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,651 - $6,907 |
4.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$186 - $228 |
0.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$185 - $226 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,690 - $4,510 |
2.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$238 - $290 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$844 - $1,032 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$509 - $622 |
0.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Van Nuys area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,242 - $1,518.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,242 - $1,518 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Van Nuys spend between $9,383 - $11,469 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Van Nuys with 400 guests spend between $3,950 - $4,828 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Van Nuys is $3,029 - $3,703. This makes up a portion of your (2.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,383 - $11,469 |
7.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$365 - $446 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
0.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$534 - $652 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$400 - $488 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$706 - $862 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,950 - $4,828 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,029 - $3,703 |
2.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,896 - $3,540 |
2.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,896 - $3,540 |
2.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,097 - $6,229.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,097 - $6,229 |
4.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$652 - $796 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,445 - $5,433 |
3.5% |