For a wedding with 38 guests in the Fort Collins CO, the estimated total cost is around $21,272 - $25,999. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort Collins CO is approximately $622. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,272 - $25,999.
The average wedding cost in Fort Collins CO is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,272 - $25,999 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fort Collins CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $440 - $538. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $475 - $581.
In Fort Collins CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,598 - $3,176. This represents about 12.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,718 - $4,544 |
17.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$440 - $538 |
2.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$204 - $250 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$475 - $581 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,598 - $3,176 |
12.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Fort Collins CO is $131 - $160. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Collins CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $160 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $160 |
0.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,931 - $2,361, which is 9.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Collins CO area is $1,338 - $1,636.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,931 - $2,361 |
9.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,338 - $1,636 |
6.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$593 - $725 |
2.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Fort Collins CO, you should budget approximately $1,798 - $2,198, which is about 8.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,798 - $2,198 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,313 - $1,605 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$485 - $593 |
2.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $149 - $182. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$149 - $182 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,389 - $1,697, which is about 6.5% 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 $842 - $1,030, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,259 - $10,095 |
38.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,028 - $7,368 |
28.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,389 - $1,697 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$842 - $1,030 |
4.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$444 - $542 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fort Collins CO spend between $4,208 - $5,143 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Collins CO with 38 guests spend between $3,770 - $4,608 on wedding photography, which is about 17.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,208 - $5,143 |
19.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$437 - $535 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,770 - $4,608 |
17.7% |
