For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $40,642 - $49,674. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $361. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,642 - $49,674.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,642 - $49,674 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fernandina Beach FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $392 - $479. 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 $423 - $517.
In Fernandina Beach FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,311 - $2,825. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,307 - $4,041 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$392 - $479 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,311 - $2,825 |
5.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $495 - $605. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$495 - $605 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$495 - $605 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,950 - $2,384, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,351 - $1,651.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,950 - $2,384 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,351 - $1,651 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$599 - $733 |
1.5% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $16,898 - $20,654, which is about 41.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,898 - $20,654 |
41.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,723 - $3,328 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,250 - $6,416 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,988 - $8,540 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,939 - $2,369 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,928 - $3,578. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,928 - $3,578 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$539 - $659 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$246 - $300 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$620 - $758 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$397 - $485 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $865 - $1,057. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$865 - $1,057 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,320 - $1,614, which is about 3.2% 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 $801 - $979, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,854 - $9,600 |
19.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,733 - $7,007 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,320 - $1,614 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$801 - $979 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fernandina Beach FL spend between $3,461 - $4,230 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $3,071 - $3,753 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,461 - $4,230 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$390 - $476 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,071 - $3,753 |
7.6% |
