For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $43,632 - $53,328. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $388. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,632 - $53,328.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,632 - $53,328 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $389 - $475. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,208 - $2,698. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,778 - $3,396 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$389 - $475 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,208 - $2,698 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $551 - $673. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Los Angeles CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$551 - $673 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$551 - $673 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $321 - $393. 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 |
$321 - $393 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,228 - $2,723, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,540 - $1,882.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,228 - $2,723 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$688 - $840 |
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 Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $18,954 - $23,166, which is about 43.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,954 - $23,166 |
43.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,038 - $3,713 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,811 - $7,103 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,005 - $9,783 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,101 - $2,567 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,977 - $4,861. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,977 - $4,861 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$647 - $791 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$298 - $364 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$766 - $936 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$497 - $607 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,660 - $2,028. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,660 - $2,028 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$276 - $338 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$435 - $531 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,219 - $1,489, which is about 2.8% 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 $769 - $939, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,987 - $2,429 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$769 - $939 |
1.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,140 - $1,394.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $8,583 - $10,491 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $4,300 - $5,256 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,284 - $4,014. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,583 - $10,491 |
19.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$459 - $561 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$540 - $660 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,300 - $5,256 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,284 - $4,014 |
7.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,453 - $1,775.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,453 - $1,775 |
3.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$659 - $805 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$794 - $970 |
1.8% |