For a wedding with 125 guests in the Southport NC, the estimated total cost is around $31,564 - $38,578. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Southport NC is approximately $281. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,564 - $38,578.
The average wedding cost in Southport NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,564 - $38,578 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Monroe NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $242 - $296. 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 $257 - $314.
In Monroe NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,451 - $1,773. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,057 - $2,515 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $314 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,451 - $1,773 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Southport NC is $455 - $556. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Southport NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$455 - $556 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$455 - $556 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Southport NC is $210 - $256. 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 |
$210 - $256 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Southport NC area is $978 - $1,196.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,400 - $1,712 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$978 - $1,196 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$422 - $516 |
1.3% |
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 Southport NC, you should budget approximately $11,775 - $14,391, which is about 37.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,775 - $14,391 |
37.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,703 - $5,749 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,071 - $8,643 |
22.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,225 - $2,719. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,225 - $2,719 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$428 - $524 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$573 - $701 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$354 - $432 |
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 $392 - $480.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $425 - $519. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$425 - $519 |
1.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $834 - $1,020, which is about 2.6% 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 $497 - $607, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,004 - $6,116 |
15.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,673 - $4,489 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$834 - $1,020 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$497 - $607 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Southport NC area is $243 - $297. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$243 - $297 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $750 - $916.
| Other Events Cost |
$750 - $916 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$750 - $916 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Southport NC spend between $4,627 - $5,655 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Southport NC with 125 guests spend between $2,214 - $2,706 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Southport NC is $1,622 - $1,982. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,627 - $5,655 |
14.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$518 - $633 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,214 - $2,706 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,622 - $1,982 |
5.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Southport NC is estimated to be $1,609 - $1,967. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,609 - $1,967 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,609 - $1,967 |
5.1% |