For a wedding with 125 guests in the Darien CT, the estimated total cost is around $52,982 - $64,756. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Darien CT is approximately $471. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,982 - $64,756.
The average wedding cost in Darien CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,982 - $64,756 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Riverside CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $796 - $972. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $844 - $1,032.
In Riverside CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,778 - $5,840. This represents about 9.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,418 - $7,844 |
12.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$796 - $972 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,778 - $5,840 |
9.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Darien CT is $527 - $645. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Darien CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$527 - $645 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$527 - $645 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Darien CT is $322 - $394. 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 |
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,706 - $6,974, which is 10.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Darien CT typically budget around $4,923 - $6,017 which is 9.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,706 - $6,974 |
10.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$783 - $957 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,923 - $6,017 |
9.3% |
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 Darien CT, you should budget approximately $23,938 - $29,258, which is about 45.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,938 - $29,258 |
45.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,787 - $3,407 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,424 - $6,630 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,758 - $16,816 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,968 - $2,406 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,605 - $4,406. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,605 - $4,406 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$735 - $899 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$327 - $399 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$661 - $807 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$418 - $510 |
0.8% |
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 $854 - $1,044.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$854 - $1,044 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$450 - $550 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $796 - $972. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$796 - $972 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,579 - $3,153, which is about 4.9% 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 $1,535 - $1,877, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,641 - $5,673 |
8.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$527 - $644 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,579 - $3,153 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,535 - $1,877 |
2.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Darien CT area is $314 - $384. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$314 - $384 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$314 - $384 |
0.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Darien CT spend between $4,661 - $5,697 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Darien CT with 125 guests spend between $4,108 - $5,020 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,661 - $5,697 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$554 - $677 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,108 - $5,020 |
7.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $696 - $850.
| Transportation Cost |
$696 - $850 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$696 - $850 |
1.3% |