For a wedding with 75 guests in the Fort Lauderdale FL, the estimated total cost is around $21,677 - $26,495. 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 Lauderdale FL is approximately $321. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,677 - $26,495.
The average wedding cost in Fort Lauderdale FL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,677 - $26,495 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $171 - $209. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $191 - $233.
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,049 - $1,282. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,481 - $1,810 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$191 - $233 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Fort Lauderdale FL is $236 - $288. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Lauderdale FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$236 - $288 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$236 - $288 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,272 - $1,554, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Lauderdale FL area is $856 - $1,046.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,272 - $1,554 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$856 - $1,046 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$416 - $508 |
1.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Fort Lauderdale FL, you should budget approximately $7,736 - $9,455, which is about 35.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,736 - $9,455 |
35.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,105 - $2,573 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,731 - $4,561 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$815 - $997 |
3.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,747 - $2,135. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,747 - $2,135 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$406 - $496 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$176 - $216 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$508 - $620 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$264 - $322 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$187 - $229 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $686 - $838. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$686 - $838 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$38 - $46 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $610 - $746, 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 $367 - $449, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,663 - $4,477 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,686 - $3,282 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$610 - $746 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$367 - $449 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$419 - $512 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL spend between $2,741 - $3,350 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL with 75 guests spend between $2,009 - $2,455 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,741 - $3,350 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$271 - $331 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$461 - $563 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,009 - $2,455 |
9.3% |
