For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $39,627 - $48,433. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $176. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,627 - $48,433.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,627 - $48,433 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Columbia SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $231 - $283. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
In Columbia SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,268 - $1,550. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,499 - $1,833 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,268 - $1,550 |
3.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbia SC is $175 - $213. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,084 - $2,548, which is 5.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $2,084 - $2,548 which is 5.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,084 - $2,548 |
5.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,084 - $2,548 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,868 - $3,506. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,868 - $3,506 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$351 - $429 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$473 - $579 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,220 - $1,491 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$666 - $814 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,374 - $1,680.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,374 - $1,680 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$775 - $947 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$487 - $595 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $975 - $1,191. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$975 - $1,191 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$450 - $550 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$219 - $267 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HIM) is estimated at $500 - $612, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$862 - $1,054 |
2.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$500 - $612 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Columbia SC spend between $2,295 - $2,805 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $1,936 - $2,366 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,295 - $2,805 |
5.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,936 - $2,366 |
4.9% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
2.1% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$26,644 - $32,564 |
67.2% |