For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $34,391 - $42,033. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $306. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,391 - $42,033.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,391 - $42,033 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $317 - $387. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $340 - $416.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,884 - $2,302. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,684 - $3,280 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,884 - $2,302 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville KY is $435 - $531. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$435 - $531 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$435 - $531 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $248 - $304. 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 |
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,682 - $2,056, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,166 - $1,425.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,682 - $2,056 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,166 - $1,425 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
1.5% |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $14,404 - $17,604, which is about 41.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,404 - $17,604 |
41.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,358 - $2,882 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,577 - $5,595 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,806 - $7,096 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,662 - $2,032 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,643 - $3,231. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,643 - $3,231 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$526 - $642 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$693 - $847 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$549 - $671 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$351 - $429 |
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 $824 - $1,008.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$824 - $1,008 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$380 - $464 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $690 - $844. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$690 - $844 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,048 - $1,280, which is about 3.0% 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 $632 - $772, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,260 - $7,652 |
18.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,581 - $5,599 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$632 - $772 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $846 - $1,034.
| Other Events Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$846 - $1,034 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $3,051 - $3,729 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 125 guests spend between $2,692 - $3,290 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,051 - $3,729 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
7.8% |