For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $30,624 - $37,430. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $272. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,624 - $37,430.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,624 - $37,430 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $336 - $410. 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 $347 - $425.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,912 - $2,336. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,752 - $3,364 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$336 - $410 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $425 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,912 - $2,336 |
6.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $433 - $529. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$433 - $529 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $226 - $276. 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 |
$226 - $276 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,412 - $1,726, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $977 - $1,194.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,412 - $1,726 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$977 - $1,194 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$436 - $532 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $13,908 - $16,998, which is about 45.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,908 - $16,998 |
45.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,464 - $3,012 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,713 - $5,761 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,027 - $6,144 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,704 - $2,082 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,713 - $3,315. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,713 - $3,315 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$418 - $510 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$494 - $604 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$602 - $736 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$391 - $477 |
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 $715 - $873.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$715 - $873 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$180 - $220 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$404 - $494 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,086 - $1,328. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,086 - $1,328 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$182 - $222 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$285 - $349 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $724 - $884.
| Other Events Cost |
$724 - $884 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$724 - $884 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,257 - $6,425 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,541 - $3,105 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,940 - $2,371. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,257 - $6,425 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,541 - $3,105 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,940 - $2,371 |
6.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,169 - $1,429.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,169 - $1,429 |
3.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$479 - $585 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$690 - $844 |
2.3% |