For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $31,330 - $38,292. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $278. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,330 - $38,292.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,330 - $38,292 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $295 - $361. 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 $319 - $389.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,740 - $2,126. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,490 - $3,044 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$295 - $361 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$319 - $389 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,740 - $2,126 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $433 - $529. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Los Angeles CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$433 - $529 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $286 - $350. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,787 - $2,184, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,238 - $1,513.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,787 - $2,184 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,238 - $1,513 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$549 - $671 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $15,529 - $18,979, which is about 49.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,529 - $18,979 |
49.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,380 - $2,908 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,586 - $5,606 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,869 - $8,395 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,694 - $2,070 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,859 - $3,495. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,859 - $3,495 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$556 - $680 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$435 - $531 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$725 - $886 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$544 - $664 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $425 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $386 - $472.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$386 - $472 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$386 - $472 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,088 - $1,330. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,088 - $1,330 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Los Angeles CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $911 - $1,113.
| Other Events Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $2,813 - $3,439 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $2,813 - $3,439 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,813 - $3,439 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,813 - $3,439 |
9.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $1,920 - $2,346. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,920 - $2,346 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,920 - $2,346 |
6.1% |