For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lexington KY, the estimated total cost is around $36,213 - $44,261. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lexington KY is approximately $322. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,213 - $44,261.
The average wedding cost in Lexington KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,213 - $44,261 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nicholasville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $249 - $305. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $268 - $328.
In Nicholasville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,486 - $1,816. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,116 - $2,586 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,486 - $1,816 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lexington KY is $430 - $526. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lexington KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lexington KY is $242 - $296. 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 |
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,598 - $1,954, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lexington KY area is $1,108 - $1,354.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,598 - $1,954 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,108 - $1,354 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$491 - $600 |
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 Lexington KY, you should budget approximately $14,106 - $17,240, which is about 39.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,106 - $17,240 |
39.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,331 - $2,849 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,526 - $5,532 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,605 - $6,851 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,643 - $2,009 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,568 - $3,138. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,568 - $3,138 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$506 - $618 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $425 |
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 $700 - $856.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$700 - $856 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$375 - $459 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $684 - $836. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$684 - $836 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $840 - $1,026, which is about 2.3% 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 $506 - $618, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,014 - $6,128 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,668 - $4,484 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$840 - $1,026 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$506 - $618 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lexington KY area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $804 - $982.
| Other Events Cost |
$804 - $982 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$804 - $982 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lexington KY spend between $5,639 - $6,892 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lexington KY with 125 guests spend between $3,001 - $3,667 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lexington KY is $2,301 - $2,813. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,639 - $6,892 |
15.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,001 - $3,667 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,301 - $2,813 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lexington KY is estimated to be $1,693 - $2,069. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,693 - $2,069 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,693 - $2,069 |
4.7% |