For a wedding with 125 guests in the Fort Collins CO, the estimated total cost is around $39,642 - $48,452. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort Collins CO is approximately $352. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,642 - $48,452.
The average wedding cost in Fort Collins CO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,642 - $48,452 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Windsor CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $434 - $530. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $467 - $571.
In Windsor CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,552 - $3,120. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,654 - $4,466 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$434 - $530 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$467 - $571 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,552 - $3,120 |
6.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Fort Collins CO is $499 - $609. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort Collins CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$499 - $609 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$499 - $609 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fort Collins CO is $120 - $146. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,982 - $2,422, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort Collins CO area is $1,373 - $1,679.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,982 - $2,422 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,373 - $1,679 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$608 - $744 |
1.5% |
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 Fort Collins CO, you should budget approximately $13,892 - $16,979, which is about 35.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,892 - $16,979 |
35.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,937 - $6,034 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,133 - $8,718 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,823 - $2,228 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,153 - $3,853. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,153 - $3,853 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$636 - $778 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$862 - $1,054 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$626 - $766 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $490 |
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 $415 - $507.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$415 - $507 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $830 - $1,014. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$830 - $1,014 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,328 - $1,623, which is about 3.3% 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 $805 - $983, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,895 - $9,649 |
19.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,763 - $7,043 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,328 - $1,623 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$805 - $983 |
2.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fort Collins CO area is $278 - $340. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$278 - $340 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$278 - $340 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,011 - $1,235.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fort Collins CO spend between $5,916 - $7,230 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort Collins CO with 125 guests spend between $3,122 - $3,816 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fort Collins CO is $2,372 - $2,899. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,916 - $7,230 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$422 - $516 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,122 - $3,816 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,372 - $2,899 |
6.0% |