For a wedding with 125 guests in the Darien CT, the estimated total cost is around $42,173 - $51,545. 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 $375. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,173 - $51,545.
The average wedding cost in Darien CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,173 - $51,545 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Stamford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $364 - $444. 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 $376 - $460.
In Stamford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,070 - $2,530. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,980 - $3,642 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$376 - $460 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,070 - $2,530 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Darien CT is $477 - $583. 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 |
$477 - $583 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$477 - $583 |
1.1% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Darien CT is $237 - $289. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,552 - $1,896, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Darien CT area is $1,073 - $1,311.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,552 - $1,896 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,073 - $1,311 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
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 Darien CT, you should budget approximately $15,086 - $18,438, which is about 35.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$15,086 - $18,438 |
35.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,697 - $3,297 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,160 - $6,306 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,363 - $6,555 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,866 - $2,280 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,517 - $4,299. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,517 - $4,299 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.5% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$804 - $982 |
1.9% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,028 - $1,256 |
2.4% |
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 $1,028 - $1,256.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,028 - $1,256 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$443 - $541 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,191 - $1,455. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,191 - $1,455 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,163 - $1,421, which is about 2.8% 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 $734 - $897, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,279 - $7,675 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,383 - $5,357 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,163 - $1,421 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$734 - $897 |
1.7% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $795 - $971.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,208 - $1,476 |
2.9% |
|
Lodging
|
$413 - $505 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$795 - $971 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Darien CT spend between $5,821 - $7,115 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Darien CT with 125 guests spend between $2,481 - $3,033 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Darien CT is $1,895 - $2,316. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,821 - $7,115 |
13.8% |
|
Parent Albums
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
1.0% |
|
Pre-Wedding or Post-Wedding Photoshoot
|
$583 - $713 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,481 - $3,033 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,895 - $2,316 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Darien CT is estimated to be $1,578 - $1,928. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,578 - $1,928 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
3.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,220 - $1,492.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,220 - $1,492 |
2.9% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$722 - $882 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$499 - $609 |
1.2% |