For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $31,253 - $38,199. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $278. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,253 - $38,199.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,253 - $38,199 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Atlanta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $333 - $407. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $354 - $432.
In Atlanta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,998 - $2,442. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,834 - $3,464 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$354 - $432 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,998 - $2,442 |
6.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $443 - $541. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$443 - $541 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$443 - $541 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $234 - $286. 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 |
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,498 - $1,830, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,047 - $1,279.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,498 - $1,830 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$451 - $551 |
1.4% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $14,125 - $17,263, which is about 45.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,125 - $17,263 |
45.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,346 - $2,868 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,564 - $5,578 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,551 - $6,785 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,508 - $3,066. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,508 - $3,066 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$488 - $596 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$217 - $265 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$616 - $752 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$558 - $682 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$346 - $422 |
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 $815 - $997.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$815 - $997 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$381 - $465 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$181 - $221 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $707 - $865. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$707 - $865 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,095 - $1,339, which is about 3.5% 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 $652 - $796, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,747 - $2,135 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,095 - $1,339 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$652 - $796 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $802 - $980.
| Other Events Cost |
$802 - $980 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$802 - $980 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,167 - $3,871 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $2,370 - $2,896 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,167 - $3,871 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$394 - $482 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,370 - $2,896 |
7.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,723 - $2,105. This service accounts for 5.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,723 - $2,105 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,723 - $2,105 |
5.5% |