For a wedding with 125 guests in the Matthews NC, the estimated total cost is around $31,024 - $37,918. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Matthews NC is approximately $276. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,024 - $37,918.
The average wedding cost in Matthews NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,024 - $37,918 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $280 - $342. 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 $297 - $363.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,679 - $2,052. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,381 - $2,910 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$280 - $342 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$297 - $363 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Matthews NC is $452 - $552. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Matthews NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$452 - $552 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Matthews NC is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $450 - $550, which is 1.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$450 - $550 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Matthews NC, you should budget approximately $12,516 - $15,298, which is about 40.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,516 - $15,298 |
40.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,757 - $5,814 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,034 - $7,374 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,726 - $2,110 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,491 - $3,045. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,491 - $3,045 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$439 - $537 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$598 - $730 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$565 - $691 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $490 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $582 - $712.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$582 - $712 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $569 - $695. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$569 - $695 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $959 - $1,173, 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 $572 - $699, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,195 - $2,683 |
7.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$259 - $317 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$959 - $1,173 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$572 - $699 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Matthews NC area is $247 - $301. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$247 - $301 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$247 - $301 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $772 - $944.
| Other Events Cost |
$772 - $944 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$772 - $944 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Matthews NC spend between $4,381 - $5,355 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Matthews NC with 125 guests spend between $2,789 - $3,409 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,381 - $5,355 |
14.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$278 - $340 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$535 - $653 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,789 - $3,409 |
9.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Matthews NC is estimated to be $3,374 - $4,124. This service accounts for 10.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,374 - $4,124 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,374 - $4,124 |
10.9% |