For a wedding with 38 guests in the Falls Church VA, the estimated total cost is around $32,895 - $40,205. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Falls Church VA is approximately $962. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,895 - $40,205.
The average wedding cost in Falls Church VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,895 - $40,205 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Falls Church VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $460 - $562. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $496 - $606.
In Falls Church VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,714 - $3,317. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,882 - $4,744 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$460 - $562 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$496 - $606 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,714 - $3,317 |
8.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Falls Church VA is $140 - $172. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Falls Church VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,636 - $3,222, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Falls Church VA area is $1,826 - $2,232.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,636 - $3,222 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,826 - $2,232 |
5.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$810 - $990 |
2.5% |
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 Falls Church VA, you should budget approximately $7,133 - $8,719, which is about 21.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,133 - $8,719 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$719 - $879 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,516 - $5,520 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$512 - $626 |
1.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,650 - $3,238. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,650 - $3,238 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$789 - $965 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$358 - $438 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $221 - $270. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,463 - $1,789, which is about 4.4% 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 $888 - $1,086, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,707 - $10,641 |
26.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,355 - $7,767 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,463 - $1,789 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$888 - $1,086 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Falls Church VA spend between $4,572 - $5,588 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Falls Church VA with 38 guests spend between $4,152 - $5,074 on wedding photography, which is about 12.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,572 - $5,588 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,152 - $5,074 |
12.6% |
