For a wedding with 125 guests in the Stowe VT, the estimated total cost is around $38,346 - $46,868. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Stowe VT is approximately $341. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,346 - $46,868.
The average wedding cost in Stowe VT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,346 - $46,868 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Stowe VT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,240 - $2,738. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,240 - $2,738 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,240 - $2,738 |
5.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Stowe VT is $540 - $660. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Stowe VT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$540 - $660 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$540 - $660 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,890 - $2,310, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Stowe VT area is $1,307 - $1,597.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,890 - $2,310 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$583 - $713 |
1.5% |
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 Stowe VT, you should budget approximately $15,793 - $19,303, which is about 41.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,793 - $19,303 |
41.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,058 - $3,738 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,851 - $7,151 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,884 - $8,414 |
18.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,127 - $5,045. This accounts for roughly 10.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,127 - $5,045 |
10.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$909 - $1,111 |
2.4% |
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 $842 - $1,029.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$842 - $1,029 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$501 - $613 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,406 - $4,162. This is approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,406 - $4,162 |
8.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$573 - $701 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$902 - $1,102 |
2.4% |
|
Postage
|
$358 - $438 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
1.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$408 - $498 |
1.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,266 - $1,548, which is about 3.3% 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 $799 - $977, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,066 - $2,525 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,266 - $1,548 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$799 - $977 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Stowe VT area is $268 - $328. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $968 - $1,183.
| Other Events Cost |
$968 - $1,183 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$968 - $1,183 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Stowe VT spend between $6,207 - $7,587 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Stowe VT with 125 guests spend between $3,022 - $3,694 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Stowe VT is $2,308 - $2,820. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,207 - $7,587 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$421 - $515 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$456 - $558 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,022 - $3,694 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,308 - $2,820 |
6.0% |