For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $28,814 - $35,218. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,814 - $35,218.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,814 - $35,218 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lexington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $224 - $274. 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 $241 - $295.
In Lexington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,319 - $1,613. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,888 - $2,308 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$224 - $274 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$241 - $295 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,319 - $1,613 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lexington KY is $390 - $476. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lexington KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$390 - $476 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,336 - $1,632, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lexington KY area is $925 - $1,131.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,336 - $1,632 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$925 - $1,131 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$410 - $502 |
1.4% |
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 Lexington KY, you should budget approximately $12,853 - $15,709, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,853 - $15,709 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,120 - $2,592 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,088 - $4,996 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,135 - $6,277 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,306 - $2,818. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,306 - $2,818 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$416 - $508 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$542 - $662 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$489 - $597 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$312 - $382 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $895 - $1,093. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$895 - $1,093 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$225 - $275 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $741 - $905, 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 $449 - $549, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,405 - $5,383 |
15.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,215 - $3,929 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$741 - $905 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$449 - $549 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lexington KY spend between $2,415 - $2,951 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lexington KY with 125 guests spend between $2,103 - $2,571 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,415 - $2,951 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,103 - $2,571 |
7.3% |
