For a wedding with 125 guests in the Carmel CA, the estimated total cost is around $42,287 - $51,684. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel CA is approximately $376. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,287 - $51,684.
The average wedding cost in Carmel CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,287 - $51,684 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In North Hollywood CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $293. 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 $254 - $310.
In North Hollywood CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,435 - $1,753. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,034 - $2,486 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,435 - $1,753 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Carmel CA is $527 - $644. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carmel CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$527 - $644 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$527 - $644 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carmel CA is $293 - $359. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$293 - $359 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,832 - $2,239, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carmel CA area is $1,274 - $1,558.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,832 - $2,239 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,274 - $1,558 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$557 - $681 |
1.3% |
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 Carmel CA, you should budget approximately $16,881 - $20,633, which is about 39.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,881 - $20,633 |
39.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,820 - $3,446 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,487 - $6,707 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,584 - $8,047 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,991 - $2,433 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,200 - $3,912. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,200 - $3,912 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$601 - $735 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$751 - $917 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$752 - $920 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$475 - $581 |
1.1% |
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 $944 - $1,154.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$944 - $1,154 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $789 - $965. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$789 - $965 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $846 - $1,034, which is about 2.0% 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 $504 - $616, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,072 - $6,200 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,722 - $4,550 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$846 - $1,034 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$504 - $616 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel CA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $956 - $1,168.
| Other Events Cost |
$956 - $1,168 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$483 - $591 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Carmel CA spend between $3,963 - $4,843 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel CA with 125 guests spend between $3,554 - $4,344 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,963 - $4,843 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,554 - $4,344 |
8.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Carmel CA is estimated to be $4,175 - $5,103. This service accounts for 9.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,175 - $5,103 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,175 - $5,103 |
9.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $836 - $1,022.
| Transportation Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$836 - $1,022 |
2.0% |