For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $29,338 - $35,858. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $261. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,338 - $35,858.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,338 - $35,858 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $217 - $265. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,302 - $1,592. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,616 - $1,976 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$217 - $265 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,302 - $1,592 |
4.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $429 - $525. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $183 - $223. 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 |
$183 - $223 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,819 - $3,445, which is 9.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,819 - $3,445 which is 9.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,819 - $3,445 |
9.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,819 - $3,445 |
9.6% |
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 New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $8,465 - $10,347, which is about 28.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,465 - $10,347 |
28.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,511 - $5,513 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,637 - $2,001 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,453 - $2,999. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,453 - $2,999 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$599 - $732 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$538 - $658 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$339 - $415 |
1.2% |
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 $772 - $944.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$772 - $944 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$374 - $458 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $525 - $641. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$525 - $641 |
1.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $761 - $930, which is about 2.6% 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 $453 - $553, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,560 - $5,574 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,347 - $4,091 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$761 - $930 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$453 - $553 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $770 - $941.
| Other Events Cost |
$770 - $941 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$770 - $941 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $3,574 - $4,368 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,833 - $3,463 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,574 - $4,368 |
12.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$340 - $416 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$401 - $490 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,833 - $3,463 |
9.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,848 - $2,258 |
6.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,848 - $2,258 |
6.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $688 - $840.
| Transportation Cost |
$688 - $840 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$688 - $840 |
2.3% |