For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $30,442 - $37,206. 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 $271. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,442 - $37,206.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,442 - $37,206 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $261 - $319. 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 $281 - $343.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,555 - $1,901. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,215 - $2,707 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$281 - $343 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,555 - $1,901 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $374 - $458. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$374 - $458 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $233 - $285. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,472 - $1,799, 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 $1,020 - $1,246.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,472 - $1,799 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,020 - $1,246 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$452 - $552 |
1.5% |
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 $13,118 - $16,033, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,118 - $16,033 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,068 - $2,528 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,016 - $4,908 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,576 - $6,815 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,458 - $1,782 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,295 - $2,805. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,295 - $2,805 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$463 - $565 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$600 - $734 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$473 - $579 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$302 - $370 |
1.0% |
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 $761 - $930.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$761 - $930 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$333 - $407 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $608 - $743. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$608 - $743 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $878 - $1,073, which is about 2.9% 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 $528 - $646, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,239 - $6,403 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,833 - $4,685 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$878 - $1,073 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$528 - $646 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $740 - $904.
| Other Events Cost |
$740 - $904 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$740 - $904 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $2,728 - $3,334 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $2,355 - $2,879 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,728 - $3,334 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$373 - $455 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,355 - $2,879 |
7.7% |