For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $35,885 - $43,859. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $319. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,885 - $43,859.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,885 - $43,859 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $291 - $355. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $310 - $378.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,747 - $2,135. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,478 - $3,028 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$291 - $355 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$310 - $378 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,747 - $2,135 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville KY is $464 - $568. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$464 - $568 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $568 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $227 - $277. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,633 - $1,995, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,136 - $1,388.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,136 - $1,388 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$497 - $607 |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $15,452 - $18,886, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,452 - $18,886 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,462 - $3,010 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,793 - $5,858 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,459 - $7,895 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,738 - $2,124 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,624 - $3,208. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,624 - $3,208 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$485 - $593 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$674 - $824 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$582 - $712 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$367 - $449 |
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 $819 - $1,001.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$398 - $486 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $651 - $795. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$651 - $795 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $985 - $1,203, which is about 2.7% 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 $586 - $716, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,905 - $7,217 |
16.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,334 - $5,298 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$985 - $1,203 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$586 - $716 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $243 - $297. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $851 - $1,041.
| Other Events Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$851 - $1,041 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $3,473 - $4,245 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 125 guests spend between $3,114 - $3,806 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,473 - $4,245 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,114 - $3,806 |
8.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $675 - $825.
| Transportation Cost |
$675 - $825 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$675 - $825 |
1.9% |