For a wedding with 175 guests in the Portsmouth VA, the estimated total cost is around $33,850 - $41,372. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Portsmouth VA is approximately $215. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,850 - $41,372.
The average wedding cost in Portsmouth VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,850 - $41,372 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Portsmouth VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. 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 $259 - $317.
In Portsmouth VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,466 - $1,792. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,078 - $2,540 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$259 - $317 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,466 - $1,792 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Portsmouth VA is $617 - $754. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Portsmouth VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$617 - $754 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$617 - $754 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Portsmouth VA is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,040 - $1,271, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Portsmouth VA area is $1,040 - $1,271.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,040 - $1,271 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
3.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Portsmouth VA, you should budget approximately $18,878 - $23,074, which is about 55.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,878 - $23,074 |
55.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,164 - $3,868 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,153 - $7,521 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,318 - $8,944 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,243 - $2,741 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,435 - $2,976. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,435 - $2,976 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $633 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$231 - $283 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$777 - $949 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$481 - $587 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $785 - $959.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$785 - $959 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$513 - $627 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $561 - $685. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$561 - $685 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $816 - $998, which is about 2.4% 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 $486 - $594, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,302 - $1,592 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$816 - $998 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Portsmouth VA area is $263 - $321. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$263 - $321 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$263 - $321 |
0.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$424 - $518 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Portsmouth VA spend between $3,525 - $4,309 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Portsmouth VA with 175 guests spend between $2,353 - $2,875 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,525 - $4,309 |
10.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$295 - $361 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$558 - $682 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,353 - $2,875 |
7.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Portsmouth VA is estimated to be $1,711 - $2,091. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,711 - $2,091 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,711 - $2,091 |
5.1% |