For a wedding with 38 guests in the Nashville, TN, the estimated total cost is around $14,558 - $17,794. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Nashville, TN is approximately $426. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,558 - $17,794.
The average wedding cost in Nashville, TN is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,558 - $17,794 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $261 - $319. 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 $277 - $339.
In Nashville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,568 - $1,916. This represents about 10.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,223 - $2,717 |
15.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,568 - $1,916 |
10.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Nashville, TN is $115 - $141. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Nashville, TN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$115 - $141 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$115 - $141 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Nashville, TN is $158 - $194. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$158 - $194 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $820 - $1,002, which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
5.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$820 - $1,002 |
5.6% |
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 Nashville, TN, you should budget approximately $4,685 - $5,726, which is about 32.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,685 - $5,726 |
32.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$588 - $718 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,536 - $3,100 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$417 - $509 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,617 - $1,977. This accounts for roughly 11.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,617 - $1,977 |
11.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$442 - $540 |
3.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$636 - $778 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$165 - $201 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$102 - $124 |
0.7% |
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 $244 - $298.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$244 - $298 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$95 - $117 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$49 - $59 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $137 - $167. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Nashville, TN area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
1.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
1.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $864.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $864 |
4.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $864 |
4.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Nashville, TN spend between $3,618 - $4,422 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Nashville, TN with 38 guests spend between $2,089 - $2,553 on wedding photography, which is about 14.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Nashville, TN is $1,529 - $1,869. This makes up a portion of your (10.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,618 - $4,422 |
24.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,089 - $2,553 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
10.5% |