For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bluffton SC, the estimated total cost is around $40,246 - $49,190. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bluffton SC is approximately $256. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,246 - $49,190.
The average wedding cost in Bluffton SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,246 - $49,190 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bluffton SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $271 - $331. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $288 - $352.
In Bluffton SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,626 - $1,988. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,306 - $2,818 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$271 - $331 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,626 - $1,988 |
4.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bluffton SC is $729 - $891. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bluffton SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$729 - $891 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$729 - $891 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bluffton SC is $224 - $274. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,446 - $5,434, which is 11.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bluffton SC area is $1,062 - $1,298.
For a live band, couples in Bluffton SC typically budget around $2,919 - $3,567 which is 7.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,446 - $5,434 |
11.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,062 - $1,298 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$465 - $569 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,919 - $3,567 |
7.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Bluffton SC, you should budget approximately $21,510 - $26,290, which is about 53.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,510 - $26,290 |
53.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,857 - $4,714 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,505 - $9,173 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,426 - $9,076 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,723 - $3,328 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,503 - $4,281. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,503 - $4,281 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$478 - $584 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$709 - $867 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$998 - $1,220 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$630 - $770 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,154 - $1,410.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$624 - $762 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$302 - $370 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,040 - $1,271. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,040 - $1,271 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bluffton SC area is $241 - $295. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bluffton SC spend between $3,583 - $4,379 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bluffton SC with 175 guests spend between $2,435 - $2,976 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,583 - $4,379 |
8.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$522 - $638 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,435 - $2,976 |
6.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,124 - $1,374.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.8% |