For a wedding with 125 guests in the Carmel by the Sea CA, the estimated total cost is around $49,965 - $61,069. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel by the Sea CA is approximately $444. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,965 - $61,069.
The average wedding cost in Carmel by the Sea CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,965 - $61,069 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $388 - $474. 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 $410 - $502.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,322 - $2,838. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,293 - $4,025 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$388 - $474 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,322 - $2,838 |
4.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Jose CA is $295 - $361. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
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 Carmel by the Sea CA, you should budget approximately $21,833 - $26,685, which is about 43.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,833 - $26,685 |
43.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,442 - $4,206 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,697 - $8,185 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,265 - $11,323 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,430 - $2,970 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,832 - $4,684. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,832 - $4,684 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$627 - $767 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$889 - $1,087 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$562 - $686 |
1.1% |
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 $838 - $1,024.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$838 - $1,024 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$556 - $680 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $766 - $936. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$766 - $936 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,353 - $1,653, 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 $806 - $985, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,114 - $9,917 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,955 - $7,279 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,353 - $1,653 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$806 - $985 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel by the Sea CA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,224 - $1,496.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,224 - $1,496 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,224 - $1,496 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$483 - $591 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Carmel by the Sea CA spend between $8,150 - $9,962 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel by the Sea CA with 125 guests spend between $4,373 - $5,345 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Carmel by the Sea CA is $3,284 - $4,014. This makes up a portion of your (6.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,150 - $9,962 |
16.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$493 - $603 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,373 - $5,345 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,284 - $4,014 |
6.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $836 - $1,022.
| Transportation Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$836 - $1,022 |
1.7% |