For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $39,444 - $48,210. 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 $351. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,444 - $48,210.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,444 - $48,210 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Glendale CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $279 - $341. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $301 - $367.
In Glendale CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,661 - $2,030. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,366 - $2,892 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,661 - $2,030 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $483 - $591. 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 |
$483 - $591 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$483 - $591 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $338 - $414. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$338 - $414 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,138 - $2,614, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,482 - $1,812.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,138 - $2,614 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,482 - $1,812 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$656 - $802 |
1.7% |
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 $16,480 - $20,142, which is about 41.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,480 - $20,142 |
41.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,599 - $3,177 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,046 - $6,168 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,002 - $8,558 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,832 - $2,240 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,315 - $4,051. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,315 - $4,051 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$724 - $884 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$324 - $396 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$901 - $1,101 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$611 - $747 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$391 - $477 |
1.0% |
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 $954 - $1,166.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$954 - $1,166 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $881 - $1,077. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$881 - $1,077 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $974 - $1,190, which is about 2.5% 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 $588 - $718, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,819 - $7,113 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,258 - $5,204 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$974 - $1,190 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$588 - $718 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Los Angeles CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,076 - $1,316.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $4,764 - $5,822 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $4,347 - $5,313 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,764 - $5,822 |
12.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$417 - $509 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,347 - $5,313 |
11.0% |