For a wedding with 38 guests in the Brooklyn, NY, the estimated total cost is around $23,438 - $28,646. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brooklyn, NY is approximately $685. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,438 - $28,646.
The average wedding cost in Brooklyn, NY is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,438 - $28,646 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Brooklyn NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $292 - $356. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $327 - $399.
In Brooklyn NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,789 - $2,187. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,408 - $2,943 |
10.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$327 - $399 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,789 - $2,187 |
7.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Brooklyn, NY is $120 - $146. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brooklyn, NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brooklyn, NY is $313 - $383. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$313 - $383 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,941 - $3,595, which is 12.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brooklyn, NY area is $1,214 - $1,484.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,941 - $3,595 |
12.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,214 - $1,484 |
5.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$590 - $721 |
2.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
4.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Brooklyn, NY, you should budget approximately $5,512 - $6,736, which is about 23.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,512 - $6,736 |
23.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$671 - $820 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,301 - $1,591 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,144 - $3,842 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$396 - $484 |
1.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,025 - $1,253. This accounts for roughly 4.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
4.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$754 - $922 |
3.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $95 - $117.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$95 - $117 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$95 - $117 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $203 - $248. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$203 - $248 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $965 - $1,179, which is about 4.1% 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 $581 - $710, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,798 - $7,086 |
24.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,253 - $5,198 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$965 - $1,179 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$581 - $710 |
2.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brooklyn, NY area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
1.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $973 - $1,189.
| Other Events Cost |
$973 - $1,189 |
4.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$973 - $1,189 |
4.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$528 - $646 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Brooklyn, NY spend between $3,222 - $3,938 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brooklyn, NY with 38 guests spend between $2,849 - $3,483 on wedding photography, which is about 12.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,222 - $3,938 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$373 - $455 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,849 - $3,483 |
12.2% |