For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $47,590 - $58,166. 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 $423. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,590 - $58,166.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,590 - $58,166 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $364 - $444. 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 $386 - $472.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,181 - $2,665. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,092 - $3,780 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$364 - $444 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$386 - $472 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,181 - $2,665 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $512 - $626. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$512 - $626 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $233 - $285. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,853 - $2,265, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,295 - $1,583.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,853 - $2,265 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,295 - $1,583 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$558 - $682 |
1.2% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $17,710 - $21,646, which is about 37.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,710 - $21,646 |
37.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,788 - $3,408 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,422 - $6,626 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,525 - $9,197 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,976 - $2,415 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,824 - $3,452. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,824 - $3,452 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$732 - $894 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$645 - $789 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$400 - $488 |
0.8% |
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 $914 - $1,117.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$914 - $1,117 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$452 - $552 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $842 - $1,029. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$842 - $1,029 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,278 - $1,562, 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 $761 - $930, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,543 - $10,441 |
18.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$261 - $319 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,621 - $6,871 |
11.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,278 - $1,562 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$761 - $930 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $992 - $1,212.
| Other Events Cost |
$992 - $1,212 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$992 - $1,212 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $4,424 - $5,407 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $2,930 - $3,582 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,424 - $5,407 |
9.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$529 - $647 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,930 - $3,582 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $4,307 - $5,265. This service accounts for 9.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,307 - $5,265 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,307 - $5,265 |
9.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $694 - $848.
| Transportation Cost |
$694 - $848 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$694 - $848 |
1.5% |