For a wedding with 38 guests in the Portsmouth VA, the estimated total cost is around $23,961 - $29,285. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portsmouth VA is approximately $701. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,961 - $29,285.
The average wedding cost in Portsmouth VA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,961 - $29,285 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arden NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $284 - $347. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $293 - $358.
In Arden NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,608 - $1,966. This represents about 6.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,317 - $2,831 |
9.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$284 - $347 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $358 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,608 - $1,966 |
6.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Portsmouth VA is $124 - $152. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portsmouth VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,641 - $2,005, which is 6.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portsmouth VA area is $1,134 - $1,386.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,641 - $2,005 |
6.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
4.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$507 - $619 |
2.1% |
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 Portsmouth VA, you should budget approximately $5,268 - $6,438, which is about 22.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,268 - $6,438 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$668 - $816 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,277 - $1,561 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,861 - $3,497 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$462 - $564 |
1.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,696 - $3,295. This accounts for roughly 11.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,696 - $3,295 |
11.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$515 - $629 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$281 - $343 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,356 - $1,658 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$306 - $374 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$238 - $290 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $212 - $259. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $887 - $1,084, which is about 3.7% 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 $559 - $683, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,111 - $2,581 |
8.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$204 - $250 |
0.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$203 - $249 |
0.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$258 - $316 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$887 - $1,084 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$559 - $683 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arden NC spend between $5,441 - $6,650 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portsmouth VA with 38 guests spend between $2,624 - $3,207 on wedding photography, which is about 10.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Portsmouth VA is $2,003 - $2,448. That's about 8.4% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,441 - $6,650 |
22.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$372 - $454 |
1.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$443 - $541 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,624 - $3,207 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
8.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Portsmouth VA is estimated to be $1,669 - $2,039. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,669 - $2,039 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,669 - $2,039 |
7.0% |
