For a wedding with 75 guests in the Hartford CT, the estimated total cost is around $23,772 - $29,054. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Hartford CT is approximately $352. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,772 - $29,054.
The average wedding cost in Hartford CT is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,772 - $29,054 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Reston VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $343 - $419. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $364 - $444.
In Reston VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,056 - $2,512. This represents about 8.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,762 - $3,376 |
11.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$364 - $444 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,056 - $2,512 |
8.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Hartford CT is $273 - $333. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hartford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$273 - $333 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$273 - $333 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hartford CT is $311 - $380. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$311 - $380 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,998 - $2,442, which is 8.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hartford CT area is $1,396 - $1,706.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,998 - $2,442 |
8.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,396 - $1,706 |
5.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$602 - $736 |
2.5% |
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 Hartford CT, you should budget approximately $10,091 - $12,333, which is about 42.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,091 - $12,333 |
42.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,355 - $1,657 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,635 - $3,221 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,139 - $6,281 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$961 - $1,175 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,258 - $1,538. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,258 - $1,538 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$880 - $1,076 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$212 - $260 |
0.9% |
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 $220 - $268.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$220 - $268 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $205 - $251. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$205 - $251 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$39 - $47 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hartford CT area is $308 - $376. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$308 - $376 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$308 - $376 |
1.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,068 - $1,306.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,068 - $1,306 |
4.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
4.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$496 - $606 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Hartford CT spend between $4,409 - $5,389 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hartford CT with 75 guests spend between $3,161 - $3,863 on wedding photography, which is about 13.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,409 - $5,389 |
18.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$346 - $422 |
1.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$405 - $495 |
1.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$498 - $608 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,161 - $3,863 |
13.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $374 - $457.
| Transportation Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$374 - $457 |
1.6% |