For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $28,845 - $35,255. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans is approximately $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,845 - $35,255.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,845 - $35,255 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $234 - $286. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $252 - $308.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,379 - $1,685. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,973 - $2,411 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$252 - $308 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,379 - $1,685 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans is $397 - $485. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$397 - $485 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$397 - $485 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans is $210 - $256. 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 |
$210 - $256 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,309 - $1,599, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $906 - $1,108.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,309 - $1,599 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$906 - $1,108 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$402 - $492 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans, you should budget approximately $12,876 - $15,738, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,876 - $15,738 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,156 - $2,635 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,154 - $5,078 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,033 - $6,151 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,248 - $2,748. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$408 - $498 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$185 - $227 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$308 - $376 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$531 - $649 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$498 - $608 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$319 - $389 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $796 - $972.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$796 - $972 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$349 - $427 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$208 - $254 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $771 - $943. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$771 - $943 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $774 - $946, which is about 2.7% 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 $470 - $574, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,604 - $5,627 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,360 - $4,106 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$774 - $946 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$470 - $574 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $668 - $816.
| Other Events Cost |
$668 - $816 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$668 - $816 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in New Orleans spend between $2,387 - $2,917 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 125 guests spend between $2,061 - $2,519 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,387 - $2,917 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$326 - $398 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,061 - $2,519 |
7.1% |