For a wedding with 400 guests in the Homewood, al, the estimated total cost is around $61,438 - $75,090. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Homewood, al is approximately $171. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,438 - $75,090.
The average wedding cost in Homewood, al is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,438 - $75,090 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $177 - $217.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,023 - $1,251. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,289 - $1,575 |
2.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $142 - $174. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,042 - $2,496, which is 3.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Homewood, al typically budget around $1,742 - $2,130 which is 2.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,042 - $2,496 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$1,742 - $2,130 |
2.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,538 - $5,546. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,538 - $5,546 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$413 - $505 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,398 - $2,930 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,610 - $3,190.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,610 - $3,190 |
4.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,506 - $1,840 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,570 - $3,142. This is approximately 4.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,570 - $3,142 |
4.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$890 - $1,088 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$529 - $647 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$449 - $549 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$342 - $418 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$360 - $440 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HIM) is estimated at $426 - $520, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$426 - $520 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$426 - $520 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $2,176 - $2,660 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Homewood, al with 400 guests spend between $1,624 - $1,984 on wedding photography, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,176 - $2,660 |
3.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,624 - $1,984 |
2.6% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Month of Direction in Homewood, al is estimated to be $894 - $1,092. This service accounts for 1.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,592 - $1,946 |
2.6% |
|
Month of Direction
|
$894 - $1,092 |
1.5% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$44,052 - $53,842 |
71.7% |