For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte, the estimated total cost is around $30,657 - $37,469. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte is approximately $273. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,657 - $37,469.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,657 - $37,469 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $265 - $323. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $285 - $349.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,579 - $1,929. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$285 - $349 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,579 - $1,929 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte is $388 - $474. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$388 - $474 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$388 - $474 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte is $230 - $281. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,449 - $1,771, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte area is $1,004 - $1,228.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,449 - $1,771 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$445 - $543 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Charlotte, you should budget approximately $13,276 - $16,226, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,276 - $16,226 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,135 - $2,609 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,145 - $5,067 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,491 - $6,711 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,505 - $1,839 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,300 - $2,812. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,300 - $2,812 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$456 - $558 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$591 - $723 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$490 - $598 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$313 - $383 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $775 - $947.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$775 - $947 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$154 - $188 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $596 - $728. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$596 - $728 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$46 - $56 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $890 - $1,088, which is about 2.9% 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 $536 - $656, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,318 - $6,500 |
17.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,892 - $4,756 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$890 - $1,088 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $656 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $729 - $891.
| Other Events Cost |
$729 - $891 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$729 - $891 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $490 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte spend between $2,697 - $3,297 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte with 125 guests spend between $2,319 - $2,835 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,697 - $3,297 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$378 - $462 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,319 - $2,835 |
7.6% |