For a wedding with 125 guests in the Brookfield CT, the estimated total cost is around $35,320 - $43,168. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Brookfield CT is approximately $314. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,320 - $43,168.
The average wedding cost in Brookfield CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,320 - $43,168 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Stratford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $259 - $317. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $290 - $354.
In Stratford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,588 - $1,940. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,243 - $2,741 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$259 - $317 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$290 - $354 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Brookfield CT is $439 - $537. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Brookfield CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brookfield CT is $337 - $411. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$337 - $411 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,938 - $2,368, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Brookfield CT area is $1,304 - $1,594.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,938 - $2,368 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,304 - $1,594 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$634 - $774 |
1.8% |
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 Brookfield CT, you should budget approximately $17,098 - $20,898, which is about 48.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,098 - $20,898 |
48.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,950 - $2,384 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,788 - $4,630 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,892 - $12,090 |
28.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,468 - $1,794 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,997 - $3,663. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,997 - $3,663 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$694 - $848 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$302 - $369 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$826 - $1,010 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$490 - $598 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $425 |
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 $641 - $783.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$641 - $783 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $680 - $832. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$680 - $832 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $866 - $1,058, which is about 2.5% 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 $520 - $636, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,386 - $1,694 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$866 - $1,058 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$520 - $636 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Brookfield CT area is $302 - $370. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,045 - $1,277.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
3.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$533 - $651 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Brookfield CT spend between $5,681 - $6,943 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Brookfield CT with 125 guests spend between $3,062 - $3,742 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Brookfield CT is $2,619 - $3,201. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,681 - $6,943 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,062 - $3,742 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,619 - $3,201 |
7.4% |