For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Ynez CA, the estimated total cost is around $25,471 - $31,131. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Ynez CA is approximately $226. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,471 - $31,131.
The average wedding cost in Santa Ynez CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,471 - $31,131 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Solvang CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $339 - $415. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $361 - $441.
In Solvang CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,039 - $2,492. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,890 - $3,532 |
11.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$339 - $415 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$151 - $185 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$361 - $441 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,039 - $2,492 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Ynez CA is $517 - $631. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Ynez CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$517 - $631 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$517 - $631 |
2.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,802 - $2,202, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Ynez CA area is $1,254 - $1,532.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,802 - $2,202 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,254 - $1,532 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$548 - $670 |
2.2% |
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 Santa Ynez CA, you should budget approximately $9,615 - $11,751, which is about 37.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,615 - $11,751 |
37.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,633 - $3,218 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,123 - $6,261 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,859 - $2,273 |
7.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,212 - $3,926. This accounts for roughly 12.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,212 - $3,926 |
12.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$662 - $809 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$294 - $360 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$789 - $965 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$648 - $792 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$409 - $499 |
1.6% |
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 $687 - $839.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$687 - $839 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$426 - $520 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$261 - $319 |
1.0% |
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 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$901 - $1,101 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$147 - $179 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,085 - $1,326, which is about 4.3% 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 $645 - $789, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,730 - $2,114 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,085 - $1,326 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$645 - $789 |
2.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Ynez CA area is $305 - $373. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$305 - $373 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$305 - $373 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $940 - $1,148.
| Other Events Cost |
$940 - $1,148 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$940 - $1,148 |
3.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Santa Ynez CA spend between $2,874 - $3,512 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Ynez CA with 125 guests spend between $2,874 - $3,512 on wedding photography, which is about 11.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,874 - $3,512 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,874 - $3,512 |
11.3% |