For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $38,369 - $46,895. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $341. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,369 - $46,895.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,369 - $46,895 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $274 - $334. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $291 - $355.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,643 - $2,008. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,329 - $2,847 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$291 - $355 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,643 - $2,008 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville KY is $426 - $520. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$426 - $520 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$426 - $520 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $215 - $263. 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 |
$215 - $263 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,480 - $1,808, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,034 - $1,264.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,480 - $1,808 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $14,237 - $17,401, which is about 37.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,237 - $17,401 |
37.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,281 - $2,787 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,436 - $5,422 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,903 - $7,215 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,617 - $1,977 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,395 - $2,927. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,395 - $2,927 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$599 - $732 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$536 - $656 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$332 - $406 |
0.9% |
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 $782 - $956.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$782 - $956 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$371 - $453 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $622 - $760. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
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 $943 - $1,153, which is about 2.5% 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 $562 - $686, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,103 - $7,459 |
15.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,152 - $5,074 |
10.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$943 - $1,153 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$562 - $686 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $791 - $967.
| Other Events Cost |
$791 - $967 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$791 - $967 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $4,923 - $6,017 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 125 guests spend between $2,340 - $2,860 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $1,714 - $2,094. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,923 - $6,017 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,340 - $2,860 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,714 - $2,094 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Louisville KY is estimated to be $3,439 - $4,203. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,439 - $4,203 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,439 - $4,203 |
9.0% |