For a wedding with 125 guests in the Highlands NC, the estimated total cost is around $30,310 - $37,046. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Highlands NC is approximately $269. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,310 - $37,046.
The average wedding cost in Highlands NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,310 - $37,046 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. 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 $274 - $334.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,544 - $1,888. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,191 - $2,677 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,544 - $1,888 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Highlands NC is $443 - $541. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Highlands NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$443 - $541 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$443 - $541 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,641 - $3,227, which is 8.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Highlands NC typically budget around $2,270 - $2,774 which is 7.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,641 - $3,227 |
8.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$371 - $453 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,270 - $2,774 |
7.5% |
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 Highlands NC, you should budget approximately $14,649 - $17,905, which is about 48.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,649 - $17,905 |
48.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,437 - $2,979 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,740 - $5,794 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,744 - $7,020 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,728 - $2,112 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,057 - $2,515. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,057 - $2,515 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$380 - $464 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$482 - $590 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$560 - $684 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $424 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $678 - $828. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$678 - $828 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $902 - $1,102, which is about 3.0% 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 $537 - $657, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,624 - $1,984 |
5.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$902 - $1,102 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$537 - $657 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,370 - $4,118 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Highlands NC with 125 guests spend between $1,945 - $2,377 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Highlands NC is $1,425 - $1,741. That's about 4.7% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,370 - $4,118 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,945 - $2,377 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,425 - $1,741 |
4.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Highlands NC is estimated to be $1,414 - $1,728. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,414 - $1,728 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,414 - $1,728 |
4.7% |