For a wedding with 400 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $59,280 - $72,454. 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 $165. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,280 - $72,454.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,280 - $72,454 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $181 - $221. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $192 - $234.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,081 - $1,321. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,534 - $1,874 |
2.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,081 - $1,321 |
1.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in New Orleans LA is $1,867 - $2,281. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,867 - $2,281 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,867 - $2,281 |
3.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $221 - $271. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,624 - $3,207, which is 4.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,624 - $3,207 which is 4.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,624 - $3,207 |
4.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,624 - $3,207 |
4.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $40,456 - $49,446, which is about 68.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$40,456 - $49,446 |
68.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,533 - $12,873 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,484 - $25,036 |
34.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,439 - $11,537 |
15.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,382 - $5,356. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,382 - $5,356 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $557 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,354 - $2,878 |
4.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,309 - $2,822. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,309 - $2,822 |
3.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$807 - $987 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$483 - $591 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$437 - $535 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$348 - $426 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $668 - $816, which is about 1.1% 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 $398 - $486, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,066 - $1,302 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$668 - $816 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$398 - $486 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,558 - $3,126 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 400 guests spend between $2,247 - $2,747 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,558 - $3,126 |
4.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,247 - $2,747 |
3.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,634 - $1,997. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,634 - $1,997 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,634 - $1,997 |
2.8% |