For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte, NC, the estimated total cost is around $28,796 - $35,195. 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 $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,796 - $35,195.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte, NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,796 - $35,195 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $277 - $339. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $311 - $380.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,701 - $2,079. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,402 - $2,936 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $380 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,701 - $2,079 |
5.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte, NC is $413 - $505. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$413 - $505 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$413 - $505 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte, NC is $211 - $257. 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 |
$211 - $257 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,205 - $1,473, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte, NC area is $811 - $991.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,205 - $1,473 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$811 - $991 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$394 - $482 |
1.4% |
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 $12,006 - $14,674, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,006 - $14,674 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,958 - $2,394 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,803 - $4,648 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,772 - $5,832 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,473 - $1,801 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,183 - $2,668. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,183 - $2,668 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$369 - $451 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$161 - $197 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$518 - $633 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$502 - $614 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$356 - $436 |
1.2% |
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 $799 - $977.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$799 - $977 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$354 - $432 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $675 - $825. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$675 - $825 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $899 - $1,099, which is about 3.1% 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 $541 - $661, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,400 - $6,600 |
18.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,960 - $4,840 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$899 - $1,099 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$541 - $661 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte, NC area is $228 - $278. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$228 - $278 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $649 - $793.
| Other Events Cost |
$649 - $793 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$649 - $793 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte, NC spend between $2,224 - $2,718 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte, NC with 125 guests spend between $1,903 - $2,325 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,224 - $2,718 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,903 - $2,325 |
6.6% |