For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $32,103 - $39,237. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $285. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,103 - $39,237.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,103 - $39,237 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $277 - $339. 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 $294 - $360.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,661 - $2,031. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,356 - $2,880 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$294 - $360 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte NC is $440 - $538. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$440 - $538 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$440 - $538 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $221 - $270. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,417 - $1,731, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $990 - $1,210.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,417 - $1,731 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$990 - $1,210 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$427 - $521 |
1.3% |
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 Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $14,111 - $17,247, which is about 44.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,111 - $17,247 |
44.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,370 - $2,896 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,609 - $5,633 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,452 - $6,664 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,680 - $2,054 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,411 - $2,947. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,411 - $2,947 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$448 - $548 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$200 - $244 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$572 - $699 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$556 - $680 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
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 $810 - $990.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$810 - $990 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$384 - $470 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $639 - $781. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$639 - $781 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $948 - $1,158, 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 $564 - $690, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,685 - $6,949 |
17.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,173 - $5,101 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$948 - $1,158 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$564 - $690 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $245 - $299. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$245 - $299 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $758 - $926.
| Other Events Cost |
$758 - $926 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$758 - $926 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$394 - $482 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $2,616 - $3,198 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 125 guests spend between $2,242 - $2,740 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,616 - $3,198 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,242 - $2,740 |
7.0% |