For a wedding with 125 guests in the East Haddam CT, the estimated total cost is around $48,020 - $58,692. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in East Haddam CT is approximately $427. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,020 - $58,692.
The average wedding cost in East Haddam CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,020 - $58,692 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In East Haddam CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $422 - $516. 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 $455 - $557.
In East Haddam CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,517 - $3,077. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,587 - $4,384 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$422 - $516 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$455 - $557 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,517 - $3,077 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in East Haddam CT is $497 - $607. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the East Haddam CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$497 - $607 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$497 - $607 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in East Haddam CT is $322 - $394. 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 |
$322 - $394 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,204 - $2,694, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the East Haddam CT area is $1,528 - $1,868.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,204 - $2,694 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,528 - $1,868 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$676 - $826 |
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 East Haddam CT, you should budget approximately $16,673 - $20,379, which is about 34.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,673 - $20,379 |
34.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,537 - $3,101 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,927 - $6,021 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,421 - $9,070 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,789 - $2,187 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,563 - $4,355. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,563 - $4,355 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$762 - $932 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$341 - $417 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$986 - $1,206 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$627 - $767 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
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 $1,014 - $1,240.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,014 - $1,240 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$409 - $499 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,056 - $1,290. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,056 - $1,290 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $336 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,298 - $1,586, which is about 2.7% 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 $781 - $955, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,749 - $9,471 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,670 - $6,930 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$781 - $955 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the East Haddam CT area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,109 - $1,355.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in East Haddam CT spend between $3,969 - $4,851 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in East Haddam CT with 125 guests spend between $3,530 - $4,314 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,969 - $4,851 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$439 - $537 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,530 - $4,314 |
7.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in East Haddam CT is estimated to be $4,886 - $5,972. This service accounts for 10.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,886 - $5,972 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,886 - $5,972 |
10.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
1.3% |