For a wedding with 125 guests in the Brooklyn NY, the estimated total cost is around $53,021 - $64,803. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brooklyn NY is approximately $471. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,021 - $64,803.
The average wedding cost in Brooklyn NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,021 - $64,803 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $525 - $641. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,140 - $3,838. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,665 - $4,479 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$525 - $641 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,140 - $3,838 |
5.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Brooklyn NY is $551 - $673. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brooklyn NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$551 - $673 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$551 - $673 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brooklyn NY is $246 - $300. 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 |
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,378 - $7,796, which is 12.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brooklyn NY area is $1,751 - $2,141.
For a live band, couples in Brooklyn NY typically budget around $4,627 - $5,655 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,378 - $7,796 |
12.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,751 - $2,141 |
3.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,627 - $5,655 |
8.7% |
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 Brooklyn NY, you should budget approximately $18,287 - $22,351, which is about 34.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,287 - $22,351 |
34.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,914 - $3,562 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,669 - $6,929 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,704 - $11,860 |
18.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,157 - $2,637. This accounts for roughly 4.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,157 - $2,637 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,033 - $1,263 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$694 - $848 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$430 - $526 |
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 $473 - $578.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$473 - $578 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$473 - $578 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $641 - $783. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$641 - $783 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,767 - $2,159, which is about 3.3% 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 $1,052 - $1,286, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,593 - $12,947 |
20.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,774 - $9,502 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,767 - $2,159 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
2.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brooklyn NY area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,341 - $1,639.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,341 - $1,639 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Brooklyn NY spend between $5,495 - $6,716 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brooklyn NY with 125 guests spend between $4,997 - $6,107 on wedding photography, which is about 9.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,495 - $6,716 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$498 - $608 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,997 - $6,107 |
9.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Brooklyn NY is estimated to be $2,882 - $3,522. This service accounts for 5.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,882 - $3,522 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,882 - $3,522 |
5.4% |