For a wedding with 125 guests in the Richmond VA, the estimated total cost is around $36,530 - $44,648. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Richmond VA is approximately $325. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,530 - $44,648.
The average wedding cost in Richmond VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,530 - $44,648 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $252 - $308. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $271 - $331.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,500 - $1,834. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,138 - $2,613 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$271 - $331 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,500 - $1,834 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Richmond VA is $452 - $552. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Richmond VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$452 - $552 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Richmond VA is $206 - $252. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$206 - $252 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,954 - $2,388, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Richmond VA area is $1,355 - $1,656.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,954 - $2,388 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,355 - $1,656 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$599 - $733 |
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 Richmond VA, you should budget approximately $16,274 - $19,890, which is about 44.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,274 - $19,890 |
44.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,498 - $3,054 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,850 - $5,928 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,164 - $8,756 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,526 - $3,088. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,526 - $3,088 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $677 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$789 - $965 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$572 - $699 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$365 - $446 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $651 - $795.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$651 - $795 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $734 - $897. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$734 - $897 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $878 - $1,073, which is about 2.4% 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 $528 - $646, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,241 - $6,405 |
14.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,835 - $4,687 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$878 - $1,073 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$528 - $646 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Richmond VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $983 - $1,201.
| Other Events Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Richmond VA spend between $4,059 - $4,961 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Richmond VA with 125 guests spend between $3,128 - $3,824 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,059 - $4,961 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$579 - $707 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,128 - $3,824 |
8.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $634 - $774.
| Transportation Cost |
$634 - $774 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$634 - $774 |
1.7% |