For a wedding with 125 guests in the Portsmouth VA, the estimated total cost is around $35,699 - $43,632. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portsmouth VA is approximately $317. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,699 - $43,632.
The average wedding cost in Portsmouth VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,699 - $43,632 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Virginia Beach VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $266 - $325. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $286 - $350.
In Virginia Beach VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,583 - $1,935. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,255 - $2,757 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,583 - $1,935 |
4.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Portsmouth VA is $422 - $516. 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 |
$422 - $516 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$422 - $516 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portsmouth VA is $260 - $318. 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 |
$260 - $318 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,250 - $1,528, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portsmouth VA area is $1,250 - $1,528.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,250 - $1,528 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,250 - $1,528 |
3.5% |
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 Portsmouth VA, you should budget approximately $15,062 - $18,409, which is about 42.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,062 - $18,409 |
42.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,327 - $2,845 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,520 - $5,524 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,573 - $8,033 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,642 - $2,006 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,662 - $3,254. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,662 - $3,254 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $655 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$733 - $895 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$534 - $652 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
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 $185 - $227.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $673 - $823. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$673 - $823 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $912 - $1,114, which is about 2.6% 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 $550 - $672, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,449 - $6,659 |
15.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,987 - $4,873 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$912 - $1,114 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$550 - $672 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portsmouth VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $906 - $1,108.
| Other Events Cost |
$906 - $1,108 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$906 - $1,108 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$419 - $512 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portsmouth VA spend between $3,983 - $4,868 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portsmouth VA with 125 guests spend between $3,545 - $4,333 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,983 - $4,868 |
11.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$437 - $535 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,545 - $4,333 |
9.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Portsmouth VA is estimated to be $1,911 - $2,335. This service accounts for 5.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,911 - $2,335 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
5.4% |