For a wedding with 15 guests in the Wake Forest NC, the estimated total cost is around $18,364 - $22,444. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wake Forest NC is approximately $1,360. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,364 - $22,444.
The average wedding cost in Wake Forest NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,364 - $22,444 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nashville NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $281. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $304.
In Nashville NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,371 - $1,675. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,953 - $2,387 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $304 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,371 - $1,675 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Wake Forest NC is $44 - $54. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wake Forest NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wake Forest NC is $260 - $318. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$260 - $318 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,642 - $2,006, which is 8.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wake Forest NC area is $1,138 - $1,390.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,642 - $2,006 |
8.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
6.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$504 - $616 |
2.7% |
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 Wake Forest NC, you should budget approximately $2,247 - $2,747, which is about 12.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,247 - $2,747 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$230 - $281 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$446 - $545 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$162 - $198 |
0.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,612 - $1,970. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,612 - $1,970 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$550 - $672 |
3.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$692 - $846 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $299 - $365.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$299 - $365 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$139 - $169 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $78 - $96. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$78 - $96 |
0.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$6 - $8 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$9 - $11 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$12 - $14 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$9 - $11 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$9 - $11 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $793 - $969, 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 $477 - $583, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,734 - $5,786 |
25.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,464 - $4,234 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$793 - $969 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$477 - $583 |
2.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wake Forest NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
1.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $826 - $1,010.
| Other Events Cost |
$826 - $1,010 |
4.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$826 - $1,010 |
4.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wake Forest NC spend between $4,000 - $4,888 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wake Forest NC with 15 guests spend between $3,229 - $3,947 on wedding photography, which is about 17.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,000 - $4,888 |
21.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
1.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$429 - $525 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,229 - $3,947 |
17.6% |