For a wedding with 38 guests in the Wake Forest NC, the estimated total cost is around $10,339 - $12,637. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wake Forest NC is approximately $302. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $10,339 - $12,637.
The average wedding cost in Wake Forest NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $10,339 - $12,637 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $188 - $230. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $201 - $245.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,157 - $1,414. This represents about 11.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,634 - $1,998 |
15.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$201 - $245 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
11.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $104 - $128. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$104 - $128 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$62 - $76 |
0.6% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$42 - $52 |
0.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,221 - $1,493. This accounts for roughly 11.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,221 - $1,493 |
11.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$384 - $470 |
3.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$174 - $212 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$490 - $598 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$174 - $212 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $90 - $110.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$90 - $110 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$90 - $110 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $59 - $72. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$59 - $72 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $677 - $827, which is about 6.5% 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 HIM) is estimated at $401 - $490, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,077 - $1,317 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$677 - $827 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$401 - $490 |
3.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $2,213 - $2,705 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wake Forest NC with 38 guests spend between $1,702 - $2,080 on wedding photography, which is about 16.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,213 - $2,705 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$511 - $625 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,702 - $2,080 |
16.5% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$3,940 - $4,816 |
38.1% |