For a wedding with 75 guests in the Branford CT, the estimated total cost is around $23,887 - $29,195. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Branford CT is approximately $354. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,887 - $29,195.
The average wedding cost in Branford CT is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,887 - $29,195 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Branford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $334 - $408.
In Branford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,830 - $2,236. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,585 - $3,159 |
10.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$334 - $408 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
7.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Branford CT is $239 - $293. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Branford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$239 - $293 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$239 - $293 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Branford CT is $257 - $315. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$257 - $315 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,752 - $2,142, which is 7.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Branford CT area is $1,268 - $1,550.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,752 - $2,142 |
7.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,268 - $1,550 |
5.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$484 - $592 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Branford CT, you should budget approximately $10,617 - $12,977, which is about 44.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,617 - $12,977 |
44.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,275 - $1,559 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,476 - $3,026 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,084 - $7,436 |
25.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$782 - $956 |
3.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,000 - $2,444. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,000 - $2,444 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$635 - $776 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$267 - $327 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$190 - $232 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $293 - $358.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$293 - $358 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$187 - $229 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $221 - $271. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$221 - $271 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$39 - $47 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $915 - $1,119, which is about 3.8% 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 HIM) is estimated at $550 - $672, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,465 - $1,791 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$915 - $1,119 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$550 - $672 |
2.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Branford CT area is $282 - $344. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$282 - $344 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$282 - $344 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $797 - $975.
| Other Events Cost |
$797 - $975 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$797 - $975 |
3.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$495 - $605 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Branford CT spend between $2,883 - $3,523 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Branford CT with 75 guests spend between $2,337 - $2,857 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,883 - $3,523 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$545 - $667 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,337 - $2,857 |
9.8% |