For a wedding with 125 guests in the california, the estimated total cost is around $32,540 - $39,772. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in california is approximately $289. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,540 - $39,772.
The average wedding cost in california is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,540 - $39,772 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bel Air MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $288 - $352. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $310 - $378.
In Bel Air MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,716 - $2,098. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,444 - $2,988 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$288 - $352 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$310 - $378 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,716 - $2,098 |
5.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in california is $341 - $417. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the california area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$341 - $417 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$341 - $417 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,710 - $2,090, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the california area is $1,185 - $1,449.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,710 - $2,090 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$525 - $641 |
1.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in california, you should budget approximately $13,439 - $16,425, which is about 41.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,439 - $16,425 |
41.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,909 - $2,333 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,705 - $4,529 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,479 - $7,919 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,426 - $2,965. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,426 - $2,965 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$538 - $658 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$698 - $853 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$431 - $527 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $595 - $727. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$595 - $727 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $968 - $1,183, which is about 3.0% 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 $583 - $713, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,780 - $7,064 |
17.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,229 - $5,169 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$968 - $1,183 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$583 - $713 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$473 - $578 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bel Air MD spend between $3,148 - $3,848 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in california with 125 guests spend between $2,737 - $3,345 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,148 - $3,848 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$411 - $503 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,737 - $3,345 |
8.4% |