For a wedding with 75 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $24,661 - $30,141. 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 $365. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,661 - $30,141.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,661 - $30,141 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 $232 - $284. 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 $246 - $300.
In Slidell LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,390 - $1,698. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,971 - $2,409 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$246 - $300 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,390 - $1,698 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in New Orleans LA is $242 - $296. 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 |
$242 - $296 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$242 - $296 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $154 - $188. 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 |
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,662 - $4,476, which is 14.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,442 - $2,984 which is 9.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,662 - $4,476 |
14.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$399 - $487 |
1.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,442 - $2,984 |
9.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$822 - $1,004 |
3.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $8,423 - $10,295, which is about 34.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,423 - $10,295 |
34.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,330 - $2,848 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,046 - $4,945 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$850 - $1,038 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,911 - $2,335. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,911 - $2,335 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$460 - $562 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$583 - $713 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$306 - $374 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$189 - $231 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $520 - $636.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$520 - $636 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $150 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$194 - $238 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $213 - $261. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$213 - $261 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
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 3.1% 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 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,534 - $1,874 |
6.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$166 - $202 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$761 - $930 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$453 - $553 |
1.8% |
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 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $3,515 - $4,296 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 75 guests spend between $2,092 - $2,556 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,515 - $4,296 |
14.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$273 - $333 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
1.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$515 - $629 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,092 - $2,556 |
8.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,520 - $1,858. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,520 - $1,858 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,520 - $1,858 |
6.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $365 - $446.
| Transportation Cost |
$365 - $446 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$365 - $446 |
1.5% |