For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lafayette LA, the estimated total cost is around $28,483 - $34,813. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lafayette LA is approximately $253. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,483 - $34,813.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,483 - $34,813 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $277 - $339.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,523 - $1,861. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,150 - $2,628 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,523 - $1,861 |
5.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lafayette LA is $404 - $494. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$404 - $494 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,898 - $2,320, which is 6.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lafayette LA area is $784 - $958.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,898 - $2,320 |
6.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$784 - $958 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$381 - $465 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$734 - $897 |
2.6% |
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 Lafayette LA, you should budget approximately $11,741 - $14,351, which is about 41.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,741 - $14,351 |
41.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,922 - $2,349 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,731 - $4,561 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,641 - $5,673 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,447 - $1,769 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,003 - $2,449. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,003 - $2,449 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$356 - $435 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$155 - $189 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$450 - $550 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$450 - $550 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$320 - $392 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $547 - $669. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$547 - $669 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $818 - $1,000, which is about 2.9% 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 $492 - $602, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,947 - $2,379 |
6.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$254 - $310 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$818 - $1,000 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$492 - $602 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lafayette LA spend between $3,960 - $4,840 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette LA with 125 guests spend between $1,841 - $2,250 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lafayette LA is $1,572 - $1,922. That's about 5.5% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,960 - $4,840 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$304 - $372 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$243 - $297 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,841 - $2,250 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,572 - $1,922 |
5.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lafayette LA is estimated to be $1,470 - $1,796. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,470 - $1,796 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,470 - $1,796 |
5.2% |
