For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans, LA, the estimated total cost is around $28,417 - $34,731. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans, LA is approximately $253. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,417 - $34,731.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans, LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,417 - $34,731 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $247 - $301. 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 $262 - $320.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,480 - $1,808. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,099 - $2,565 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$247 - $301 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$262 - $320 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,480 - $1,808 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans, LA is $428 - $523. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans, LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$428 - $523 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$428 - $523 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans, LA is $221 - $271. 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 |
$221 - $271 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,503 - $4,281, which is 12.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans, LA typically budget around $2,621 - $3,203 which is 9.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,503 - $4,281 |
12.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,621 - $3,203 |
9.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$882 - $1,078 |
3.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans, LA, you should budget approximately $13,639 - $16,669, which is about 48.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,639 - $16,669 |
48.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,256 - $2,758 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,388 - $5,364 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,394 - $6,592 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,600 - $1,956 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,623 - $1,983. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,623 - $1,983 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$463 - $565 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$539 - $659 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$376 - $460 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $650 - $794.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$650 - $794 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$366 - $448 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $637 - $779. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$637 - $779 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans, LA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $760 - $928.
| Other Events Cost |
$760 - $928 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$760 - $928 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$390 - $476 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in New Orleans, LA spend between $2,595 - $3,171 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans, LA with 125 guests spend between $2,246 - $2,745 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,595 - $3,171 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,246 - $2,745 |
7.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans, LA is estimated to be $1,632 - $1,994. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,632 - $1,994 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,632 - $1,994 |
5.7% |