For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $30,424 - $37,184. 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 $270. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,424 - $37,184.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,424 - $37,184 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mandeville LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $298 - $364. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $317 - $387.
In Mandeville LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,787 - $2,185. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,535 - $3,099 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$298 - $364 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$317 - $387 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,787 - $2,185 |
5.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $414 - $506. 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 |
$414 - $506 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$414 - $506 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $215 - $263. 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 |
$215 - $263 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,380 - $1,686, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $964 - $1,178.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,380 - $1,686 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$964 - $1,178 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$416 - $508 |
1.4% |
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 $13,452 - $16,442, which is about 44.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,452 - $16,442 |
44.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,206 - $2,696 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,289 - $5,243 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,394 - $6,592 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,563 - $1,911 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,318 - $2,834. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,318 - $2,834 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$442 - $540 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$565 - $691 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$523 - $639 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$323 - $395 |
1.1% |
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 $604 - $738.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$604 - $738 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$358 - $438 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $506 - $618. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$506 - $618 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,676 - $5,716 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,182 - $2,666 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,598 - $1,953. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,676 - $5,716 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $468 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$515 - $629 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,182 - $2,666 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,598 - $1,953 |
5.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,207 - $3,919. This service accounts for 10.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,207 - $3,919 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,207 - $3,919 |
10.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $484 - $592.
| Transportation Cost |
$484 - $592 |
1.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$484 - $592 |
1.6% |