For a wedding with 38 guests in the Gulf Shores, the estimated total cost is around $6,998 - $8,553. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gulf Shores is approximately $205. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $6,998 - $8,553.
The average wedding cost in Gulf Shores is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $6,998 - $8,553 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Gulf Shores AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $859 - $1,049. This represents about 12.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$932 - $1,139 |
13.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$73 - $89 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$859 - $1,049 |
12.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Gulf Shores AL is $108 - $132. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$108 - $132 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$59 - $73 |
0.8% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$49 - $59 |
0.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $572 - $699, which is 8.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Gulf Shores area is $572 - $699.
| Entertainment Cost |
$572 - $699 |
8.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$572 - $699 |
8.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $339 - $415. This accounts for roughly 4.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$339 - $415 |
4.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$339 - $415 |
4.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $110 - $134.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$110 - $134 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$110 - $134 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $105 - $129. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$105 - $129 |
1.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
1.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HIM) is estimated at $329 - $402, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$329 - $402 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$329 - $402 |
4.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Gulf Shores AL spend between $2,080 - $2,542 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 29.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gulf Shores with 38 guests spend between $1,242 - $1,518 on wedding photography, which is about 17.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Gulf Shores is $838 - $1,024. This makes up a portion of your (12.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,080 - $2,542 |
29.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$838 - $1,024 |
12.0% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$2,424 - $2,962 |
34.6% |