For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $35,160 - $42,974. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $313. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,160 - $42,974.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,160 - $42,974 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $337.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,527 - $1,867. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,919 - $2,345 |
5.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,527 - $1,867 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $504 - $616. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Los Angeles CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$504 - $616 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $337 - $411. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$337 - $411 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,580 - $1,932, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,580 - $1,932.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,580 - $1,932 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,580 - $1,932 |
4.5% |
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 Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $17,742 - $21,684, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,742 - $21,684 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,731 - $3,337 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,302 - $6,480 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,784 - $9,514 |
22.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,925 - $2,353 |
5.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,740 - $4,572. This accounts for roughly 10.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,740 - $4,572 |
10.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$719 - $879 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$322 - $394 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,135 - $1,387 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$740 - $904 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$473 - $579 |
1.3% |
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 $672 - $822.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$672 - $822 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$440 - $538 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $857 - $1,047. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$857 - $1,047 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Los Angeles CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $6,980 - $8,532 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $3,649 - $4,459 on wedding photography, which is about 10.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,798 - $3,420. This makes up a portion of your (8.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,980 - $8,532 |
19.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$534 - $652 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,649 - $4,459 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,798 - $3,420 |
8.0% |