For a wedding with 15 guests in the Chesapeake VA, the estimated total cost is around $10,370 - $12,674. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chesapeake VA is approximately $768. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $10,370 - $12,674.
The average wedding cost in Chesapeake VA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $10,370 - $12,674 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chesapeake VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $261 - $319. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $281 - $343.
In Chesapeake VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,538 - $1,880. This represents about 14.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,201 - $2,690 |
21.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
2.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$281 - $343 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,538 - $1,880 |
14.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Chesapeake VA is $41 - $51. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chesapeake VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$41 - $51 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$41 - $51 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,471 - $1,797, which is 14.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chesapeake VA area is $1,019 - $1,245.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,471 - $1,797 |
14.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
9.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$452 - $552 |
4.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Chesapeake VA, you should budget approximately $2,199 - $2,687, which is about 21.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,199 - $2,687 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$212 - $259 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$408 - $498 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,429 - $1,747 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$150 - $184 |
1.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,457 - $1,781. This accounts for roughly 14.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
14.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
4.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$219 - $267 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$626 - $766 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$62 - $76 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$40 - $48 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $82 - $100. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$82 - $100 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$12 - $14 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$6 - $8 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$11 - $13 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chesapeake VA spend between $2,693 - $3,291 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chesapeake VA with 15 guests spend between $2,318 - $2,833 on wedding photography, which is about 22.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,693 - $3,291 |
26.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
22.3% |
