For a wedding with 125 guests in the Branford CT, the estimated total cost is around $32,557 - $39,791. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Branford CT is approximately $289. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,557 - $39,791.
The average wedding cost in Branford CT is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,557 - $39,791 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $324 - $396.
In Branford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,796 - $2,196. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,256 - $2,758 |
6.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$324 - $396 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,796 - $2,196 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Branford CT is $438 - $536. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Branford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$438 - $536 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$438 - $536 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Branford CT is $287 - $351. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$287 - $351 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,696 - $2,072, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Branford CT area is $1,175 - $1,437.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,696 - $2,072 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$520 - $636 |
1.6% |
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 Branford CT, you should budget approximately $8,463 - $10,343, which is about 26.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,463 - $10,343 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,321 - $2,837 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,505 - $5,507 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,636 - $2,000 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,940 - $3,594. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,940 - $3,594 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$608 - $743 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$727 - $889 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$637 - $779 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$408 - $498 |
1.3% |
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 $860 - $1,051.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$860 - $1,051 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$374 - $458 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $711 - $869. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$711 - $869 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $970 - $1,186, which is about 3.0% 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 $585 - $715, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,796 - $7,084 |
17.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,241 - $5,183 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$970 - $1,186 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$585 - $715 |
1.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $852 - $1,042.
| Other Events Cost |
$852 - $1,042 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$852 - $1,042 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Branford CT spend between $3,798 - $4,642 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Branford CT with 125 guests spend between $3,383 - $4,135 on wedding photography, which is about 10.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,798 - $4,642 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$415 - $507 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,383 - $4,135 |
10.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Branford CT is estimated to be $3,756 - $4,590. This service accounts for 11.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,756 - $4,590 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,756 - $4,590 |
11.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $704 - $860.
| Transportation Cost |
$704 - $860 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$704 - $860 |
2.2% |