For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $37,165 - $45,423. 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 LA is approximately $330. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,165 - $45,423.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,165 - $45,423 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Culver City CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $329 - $402. 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 $348 - $426.
In Culver City CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,969 - $2,407. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,793 - $3,413 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $402 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$348 - $426 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,969 - $2,407 |
5.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $430 - $526. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $223 - $273. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,409 - $1,722, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $984 - $1,202.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$984 - $1,202 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$425 - $519 |
1.1% |
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 New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $11,867 - $14,505, which is about 31.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,867 - $14,505 |
31.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,241 - $2,739 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,359 - $5,327 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,268 - $6,438 |
14.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,504 - $3,060. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,504 - $3,060 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$474 - $580 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$591 - $723 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$543 - $663 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$336 - $410 |
0.9% |
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 $869 - $1,063.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$869 - $1,063 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$364 - $444 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $766 - $936. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$766 - $936 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,091 - $1,333, which is about 2.9% 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 $650 - $794, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,766 - $8,270 |
18.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,802 - $5,870 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$650 - $794 |
1.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $753 - $921.
| Other Events Cost |
$753 - $921 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$753 - $921 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $6,097 - $7,451 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,669 - $3,263 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,956 - $2,390. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,097 - $7,451 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$441 - $539 |
1.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$736 - $900 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,669 - $3,263 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,956 - $2,390 |
5.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,618 - $1,978. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,618 - $1,978 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,618 - $1,978 |
4.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $680 - $831.
| Transportation Cost |
$680 - $831 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$680 - $831 |
1.8% |