For a wedding with 38 guests in the Old Saybrook CT, the estimated total cost is around $20,574 - $25,146. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Old Saybrook CT is approximately $602. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,574 - $25,146.
The average wedding cost in Old Saybrook CT is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,574 - $25,146 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Middletown CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. 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 $293 - $358.
In Middletown CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,655 - $2,023. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,347 - $2,869 |
11.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $358 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Old Saybrook CT is $104 - $128. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Old Saybrook CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Old Saybrook CT is $258 - $316. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$258 - $316 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,657 - $2,025, which is 8.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Old Saybrook CT area is $1,157 - $1,415.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,657 - $2,025 |
8.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
5.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$500 - $611 |
2.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Old Saybrook CT, you should budget approximately $5,450 - $6,661, which is about 26.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,450 - $6,661 |
26.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$554 - $677 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,077 - $1,317 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,426 - $4,188 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$392 - $480 |
1.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,716 - $2,098. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,716 - $2,098 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$517 - $631 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $282 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$671 - $820 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$131 - $161 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $145 - $177.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$145 - $177 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$55 - $67 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $189 - $231. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$189 - $231 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $950 - $1,162, which is about 4.6% 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 $566 - $692, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,517 - $1,854 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$950 - $1,162 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$566 - $692 |
2.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Old Saybrook CT area is $308 - $376. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$308 - $376 |
1.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$308 - $376 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Old Saybrook CT spend between $3,033 - $3,707 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Old Saybrook CT with 38 guests spend between $2,620 - $3,202 on wedding photography, which is about 12.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,033 - $3,707 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$413 - $505 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,620 - $3,202 |
12.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Old Saybrook CT is estimated to be $3,850 - $4,706. This service accounts for 18.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,850 - $4,706 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,850 - $4,706 |
18.7% |