For a wedding with 38 guests in the East Haddam CT, the estimated total cost is around $27,639 - $33,781. 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 $808. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,639 - $33,781.
The average wedding cost in East Haddam CT is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,639 - $33,781 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 $388 - $474. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $419 - $512.
In East Haddam CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,313 - $2,827. This represents about 8.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,295 - $4,027 |
11.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$388 - $474 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$419 - $512 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,313 - $2,827 |
8.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in East Haddam CT is $128 - $156. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$128 - $156 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$128 - $156 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in East Haddam CT is $297 - $363. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$297 - $363 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,964 - $2,400, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the East Haddam CT area is $1,362 - $1,664.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,964 - $2,400 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,362 - $1,664 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$602 - $736 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in East Haddam CT, you should budget approximately $5,765 - $7,047, which is about 20.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,765 - $7,047 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$620 - $758 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,204 - $1,472 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,504 - $4,282 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$437 - $535 |
1.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,363 - $2,888. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,363 - $2,888 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$710 - $868 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$318 - $388 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$905 - $1,107 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$192 - $234 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $355 - $433.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $270 - $330. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$270 - $330 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,157 - $1,415, which is about 4.2% 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 $697 - $851, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,910 - $8,446 |
25.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,056 - $6,180 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$697 - $851 |
2.5% |
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 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
1.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $988 - $1,208.
| Other Events Cost |
$988 - $1,208 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$988 - $1,208 |
3.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in East Haddam CT spend between $4,525 - $5,531 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in East Haddam CT with 38 guests spend between $4,086 - $4,994 on wedding photography, which is about 14.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,525 - $5,531 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$439 - $537 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,086 - $4,994 |
14.8% |