For a wedding with 125 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $34,469 - $42,129. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $306. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,469 - $42,129.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,469 - $42,129 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Buffalo NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $249 - $305. 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 $265 - $323.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$626 - $765 |
1.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Buffalo NY is $531 - $649. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$531 - $649 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$531 - $649 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $244 - $298. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $496 - $606, which is 1.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$496 - $606 |
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 Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $17,164 - $20,978, which is about 49.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,164 - $20,978 |
49.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,782 - $3,400 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,411 - $6,613 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,999 - $8,555 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,972 - $2,410 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,984 - $2,424. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,984 - $2,424 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$686 - $838 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
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 $452 - $552.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$452 - $552 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $630 - $770. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$630 - $770 |
1.8% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $860 - $1,052, 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 $512 - $626, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,160 - $6,306 |
15.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,787 - $4,629 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$860 - $1,052 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$512 - $626 |
1.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $879 - $1,075.
| Other Events Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$879 - $1,075 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $5,713 - $6,983 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 125 guests spend between $3,058 - $3,738 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $2,239 - $2,737. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,713 - $6,983 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$416 - $508 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,058 - $3,738 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,239 - $2,737 |
6.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $591 - $723.
| Transportation Cost |
$591 - $723 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$591 - $723 |
1.7% |