For a wedding with 125 guests in the Laguna Niguel CA, the estimated total cost is around $42,206 - $51,585. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Laguna Niguel CA is approximately $375. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,206 - $51,585.
The average wedding cost in Laguna Niguel CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,206 - $51,585 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Manhattan Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,380 - $4,132. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,380 - $4,132 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,380 - $4,132 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Laguna Niguel CA is $500 - $611. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Laguna Niguel CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$500 - $611 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$500 - $611 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Laguna Niguel CA is $229 - $279. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,084 - $3,770, which is 7.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Laguna Niguel CA area is $1,329 - $1,625.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,084 - $3,770 |
7.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,329 - $1,625 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$573 - $701 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
2.8% |
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 Laguna Niguel CA, you should budget approximately $16,484 - $20,148, which is about 39.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,484 - $20,148 |
39.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,626 - $3,210 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,108 - $6,244 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,888 - $8,418 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,862 - $2,276 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,777 - $3,395. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,777 - $3,395 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $776 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$794 - $970 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$630 - $770 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$390 - $476 |
0.9% |
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 $427 - $521.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$427 - $521 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$427 - $521 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $655 - $801. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$655 - $801 |
1.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Laguna Niguel CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,019 - $1,245.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,019 - $1,245 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$499 - $609 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Laguna Niguel CA spend between $7,637 - $9,335 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Laguna Niguel CA with 125 guests spend between $3,010 - $3,678 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Laguna Niguel CA is $2,203 - $2,693. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,637 - $9,335 |
18.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$347 - $425 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$544 - $664 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$500 - $612 |
1.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$376 - $460 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$657 - $803 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,010 - $3,678 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,203 - $2,693 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Laguna Niguel CA is estimated to be $4,424 - $5,407. This service accounts for 10.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,424 - $5,407 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,424 - $5,407 |
10.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $782 - $956.
| Transportation Cost |
$782 - $956 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$782 - $956 |
1.9% |