For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $39,533 - $48,318. 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 $351. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,533 - $48,318.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,533 - $48,318 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $555 - $679. 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 $574 - $702.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,158 - $3,860. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,548 - $5,558 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$555 - $679 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$574 - $702 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,158 - $3,860 |
8.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $429 - $525. 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 |
$429 - $525 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $222 - $272. 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 |
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,388 - $1,696, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $959 - $1,173.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,388 - $1,696 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$959 - $1,173 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $524 |
1.1% |
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 $13,784 - $16,847, which is about 34.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,784 - $16,847 |
34.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,430 - $2,970 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,647 - $5,679 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,027 - $6,144 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,680 - $2,054 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,204 - $3,916. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,204 - $3,916 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$610 - $746 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$597 - $729 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $827 - $1,011.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$399 - $487 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,198 - $2,686. This is approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,198 - $2,686 |
5.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$371 - $453 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$582 - $712 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$329 - $402 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,711 - $2,091, which is about 4.3% 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 $1,079 - $1,319, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,075 - $4,981 |
10.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$393 - $481 |
1.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$500 - $611 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,711 - $2,091 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
2.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $711 - $869.
| Other Events Cost |
$711 - $869 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$711 - $869 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,335 - $6,521 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,502 - $3,058 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,911 - $2,335. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,335 - $6,521 |
13.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$530 - $648 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,502 - $3,058 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
4.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,412 - $1,726. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,412 - $1,726 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,412 - $1,726 |
3.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,169 - $1,429.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,169 - $1,429 |
3.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$690 - $844 |
1.7% |