For a wedding with 125 guests in the Covington LA, the estimated total cost is around $40,032 - $48,928. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Covington LA is approximately $356. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,032 - $48,928.
The average wedding cost in Covington LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,032 - $48,928 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $233 - $285. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $304.
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,986 - $2,428 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Covington LA is $446 - $545. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Covington LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Covington LA is $234 - $286. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,577 - $1,927, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Covington LA area is $1,097 - $1,341.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,577 - $1,927 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$480 - $586 |
1.2% |
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 Covington LA, you should budget approximately $14,932 - $18,250, which is about 37.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,932 - $18,250 |
37.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,444 - $2,988 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,758 - $5,816 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,003 - $7,337 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,726 - $2,110 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,503 - $3,059. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,503 - $3,059 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$467 - $571 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$626 - $766 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$559 - $683 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
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 $518 - $634.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$518 - $634 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $639 - $781. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$639 - $781 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $832 - $1,016, which is about 2.1% 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 $495 - $605, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,561 - $6,797 |
13.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,660 - $4,474 |
9.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$832 - $1,016 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$495 - $605 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Covington LA area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $824 - $1,007.
| Other Events Cost |
$824 - $1,007 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$824 - $1,007 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Covington LA spend between $5,892 - $7,202 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Covington LA with 125 guests spend between $2,996 - $3,662 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Covington LA is $2,251 - $2,751. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,892 - $7,202 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$302 - $369 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,996 - $3,662 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,251 - $2,751 |
5.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Covington LA is estimated to be $3,596 - $4,396. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,596 - $4,396 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,596 - $4,396 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $688 - $840.
| Transportation Cost |
$688 - $840 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$688 - $840 |
1.7% |