For a wedding with 125 guests in the California , the estimated total cost is around $35,918 - $43,900. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in California is approximately $319. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,918 - $43,900.
The average wedding cost in California is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,918 - $43,900 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $317 - $387. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $327 - $399.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,796 - $2,195. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,587 - $3,161 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$327 - $399 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,796 - $2,195 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in California is $466 - $570. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the California area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in California is $844 - $1,032. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 2.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$844 - $1,032 |
2.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Spa Treatments
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
|
Teeth Whitening
|
$367 - $449 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,807 - $2,209, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the California area is $1,249 - $1,527.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,807 - $2,209 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$558 - $682 |
1.6% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in California , you should budget approximately $12,766 - $15,602, which is about 35.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$12,766 - $15,602 |
35.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,605 - $3,183 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,982 - $6,090 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,179 - $6,329 |
14.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,849 - $4,705. This accounts for roughly 10.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,849 - $4,705 |
10.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $776 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$291 - $355 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,133 - $1,385 |
3.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$786 - $960 |
2.2% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
2.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,452 - $2,996. This is approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,452 - $2,996 |
6.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$311 - $381 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$280 - $342 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$487 - $595 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$302 - $370 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $925 - $1,131.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,407 - $1,719 |
3.9% |
|
Lodging
|
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$925 - $1,131 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in California spend between $6,723 - $8,217 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in California with 125 guests spend between $2,891 - $3,533 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in California is $2,207 - $2,697. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,723 - $8,217 |
18.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$285 - $349 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$576 - $704 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,891 - $3,533 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,207 - $2,697 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in California is estimated to be $1,838 - $2,246. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,838 - $2,246 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,838 - $2,246 |
5.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,180 - $1,442.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,180 - $1,442 |
3.3% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$659 - $805 |
1.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
1.5% |