For a wedding with 38 guests in the Fort Lauderdale FL, the estimated total cost is around $24,273 - $29,667. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort Lauderdale FL is approximately $710. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,273 - $29,667.
The average wedding cost in Fort Lauderdale FL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,273 - $29,667 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $266 - $325. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $286 - $350.
In Fort Lauderdale FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,565 - $1,913. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,240 - $2,738 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $325 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$286 - $350 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,565 - $1,913 |
6.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Fort Lauderdale FL is $136 - $166. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Lauderdale FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$136 - $166 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$136 - $166 |
0.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,576 - $1,926, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Lauderdale FL area is $1,092 - $1,334.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,576 - $1,926 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
4.5% |
|
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 38 guest wedding in Fort Lauderdale FL, you should budget approximately $6,116 - $7,476, which is about 25.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,116 - $7,476 |
25.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$698 - $853 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,579 - $4,375 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$496 - $606 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,759 - $2,149. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,759 - $2,149 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$225 - $275 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$665 - $813 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$171 - $209 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $230 - $281. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $860 - $1,051, which is about 3.5% 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 $522 - $638, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,114 - $6,250 |
21.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$860 - $1,051 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$522 - $638 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL spend between $3,114 - $3,806 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Lauderdale FL with 38 guests spend between $2,481 - $3,033 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,114 - $3,806 |
12.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$281 - $343 |
1.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$352 - $430 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,481 - $3,033 |
10.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Fort Lauderdale FL is estimated to be $1,694 - $2,070. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,694 - $2,070 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,694 - $2,070 |
7.0% |
