For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $54,449 - $66,549. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $484. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,449 - $66,549.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,449 - $66,549 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fullerton CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $471 - $575. 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 $506 - $618.
In Fullerton CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,803 - $3,425. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,992 - $4,879 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$471 - $575 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$506 - $618 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,803 - $3,425 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $490 - $598. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Los Angeles CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$490 - $598 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$490 - $598 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $337 - $411. 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 |
$337 - $411 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,543 - $4,331, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,511 - $1,847.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,543 - $4,331 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$669 - $817 |
1.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
2.5% |
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 Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $19,831 - $24,237, which is about 36.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,831 - $24,237 |
36.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,638 - $3,224 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,122 - $6,260 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,211 - $12,481 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,859 - $2,273 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,294 - $4,026. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,294 - $4,026 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$719 - $879 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$321 - $393 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$914 - $1,118 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$618 - $756 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$395 - $483 |
0.7% |
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 $989 - $1,209.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$989 - $1,209 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$425 - $519 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $775 - $947. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$775 - $947 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,513 - $1,849, which is about 2.8% 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 $912 - $1,114, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,039 - $11,047 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,614 - $8,084 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,513 - $1,849 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Los Angeles CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,097 - $1,341.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $7,194 - $8,792 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $3,489 - $4,265 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,677 - $3,271. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,194 - $8,792 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$494 - $604 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$534 - $652 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,489 - $4,265 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,677 - $3,271 |
4.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $2,310 - $2,824. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,310 - $2,824 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,310 - $2,824 |
4.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $731 - $893.
| Transportation Cost |
$731 - $893 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$731 - $893 |
1.3% |