For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $43,268 - $52,884. 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 is approximately $275. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,268 - $52,884.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,268 - $52,884 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Slidell LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $281. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $243 - $297.
In Slidell LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,372 - $1,676. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,946 - $2,378 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,372 - $1,676 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans is $635 - $777. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$635 - $777 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$635 - $777 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans is $221 - $271. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $271 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,456 - $1,780, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $1,017 - $1,243.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,456 - $1,780 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$439 - $537 |
1.0% |
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 New Orleans, you should budget approximately $19,403 - $23,715, which is about 44.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,403 - $23,715 |
44.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,401 - $4,157 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,615 - $8,085 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,975 - $8,525 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,412 - $2,948 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,237 - $3,957. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,237 - $3,957 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$689 - $842 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$556 - $680 |
1.3% |
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 $1,040 - $1,272.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$552 - $674 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$270 - $330 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $685 - $837. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$685 - $837 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $792 - $968, which is about 1.8% 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 $472 - $576, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,750 - $5,806 |
11.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,487 - $4,261 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$792 - $968 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$472 - $576 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $779 - $953.
| Other Events Cost |
$779 - $953 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$779 - $953 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans spend between $5,764 - $7,044 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 175 guests spend between $2,746 - $3,356 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans is $2,012 - $2,459. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,764 - $7,044 |
13.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$273 - $333 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,746 - $3,356 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,012 - $2,459 |
4.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans is estimated to be $1,674 - $2,046. This service accounts for 3.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,674 - $2,046 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,674 - $2,046 |
3.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,045 - $1,277.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.4% |