For a wedding with 125 guests in the Basking Ridge NJ, the estimated total cost is around $58,531 - $71,537. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Basking Ridge NJ is approximately $520. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,531 - $71,537.
The average wedding cost in Basking Ridge NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,531 - $71,537 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Belle Mead NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $835 - $1,021. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $898 - $1,098.
In Belle Mead NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,975 - $6,081. This represents about 8.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,088 - $8,663 |
12.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$835 - $1,021 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$379 - $463 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$898 - $1,098 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,975 - $6,081 |
8.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Basking Ridge NJ is $464 - $567. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Basking Ridge NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$464 - $567 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $567 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Basking Ridge NJ is $313 - $383. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,289 - $2,797, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Basking Ridge NJ area is $1,587 - $1,939.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,289 - $2,797 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,587 - $1,939 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$702 - $858 |
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 Basking Ridge NJ, you should budget approximately $17,262 - $21,098, which is about 29.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,262 - $21,098 |
29.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,501 - $3,057 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,856 - $5,936 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,141 - $9,951 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,763 - $2,155 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,264 - $3,990. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,264 - $3,990 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$690 - $844 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$310 - $378 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$959 - $1,172 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$585 - $715 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $458 |
0.6% |
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 $571 - $697.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$571 - $697 |
1.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $869 - $1,062. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$869 - $1,062 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,615 - $3,197, which is about 4.5% 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 $1,575 - $1,925, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,618 - $19,088 |
26.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,427 - $13,967 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,615 - $3,197 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
2.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Basking Ridge NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,151 - $1,407.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,151 - $1,407 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,151 - $1,407 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Basking Ridge NJ spend between $8,864 - $10,834 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Basking Ridge NJ with 125 guests spend between $4,700 - $5,744 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Basking Ridge NJ is $3,604 - $4,404. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,864 - $10,834 |
15.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$561 - $685 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,700 - $5,744 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,604 - $4,404 |
6.2% |