For a wedding with 125 guests in the Branford CT, the estimated total cost is around $37,024 - $45,252. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Branford CT is approximately $329. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,024 - $45,252.
The average wedding cost in Branford CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,024 - $45,252 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Branford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $311 - $380. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $424.
In Branford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,901 - $2,323. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,685 - $3,281 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$311 - $380 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $424 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,901 - $2,323 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Branford CT is $447 - $547. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Branford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$447 - $547 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$447 - $547 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Branford CT is $281 - $343. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$281 - $343 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,617 - $1,977, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Branford CT area is $1,088 - $1,330.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,617 - $1,977 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,088 - $1,330 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$529 - $647 |
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 Branford CT, you should budget approximately $13,377 - $16,349, which is about 36.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,377 - $16,349 |
36.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,026 - $2,476 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,934 - $4,808 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,892 - $7,202 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,525 - $1,863 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,621 - $3,203. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,621 - $3,203 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$547 - $669 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$669 - $817 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$498 - $608 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
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 $868 - $1,060.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$868 - $1,060 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$365 - $447 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $901 - $1,101. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$901 - $1,101 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $989 - $1,209, which is about 2.7% 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 $595 - $727, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,940 - $7,260 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,356 - $5,324 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$989 - $1,209 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$595 - $727 |
1.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $871 - $1,065.
| Other Events Cost |
$871 - $1,065 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$871 - $1,065 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$495 - $605 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Branford CT spend between $6,102 - $7,458 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Branford CT with 125 guests spend between $2,554 - $3,122 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Branford CT is $2,183 - $2,669. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,102 - $7,458 |
16.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$361 - $441 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$458 - $560 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$545 - $667 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,554 - $3,122 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,183 - $2,669 |
5.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $820 - $1,002.
| Transportation Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$820 - $1,002 |
2.2% |