For a wedding with 400 guests in the Lake Forest CA, the estimated total cost is around $82,834 - $101,242. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lake Forest CA is approximately $230. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $82,834 - $101,242.
The average wedding cost in Lake Forest CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $82,834 - $101,242 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lake Forest CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $365 - $446. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $407 - $497.
In Lake Forest CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,234 - $2,730. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,155 - $3,856 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $446 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$407 - $497 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,234 - $2,730 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Lake Forest CA is $2,102 - $2,569. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lake Forest CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,102 - $2,569 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,102 - $2,569 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lake Forest CA is $283 - $345. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$283 - $345 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,624 - $1,984, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lake Forest CA area is $1,093 - $1,335.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,624 - $1,984 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$531 - $649 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Lake Forest CA, you should budget approximately $47,570 - $58,142, which is about 57.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,570 - $58,142 |
57.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,927 - $12,133 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,280 - $23,564 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,891 - $13,311 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,473 - $9,133 |
9.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,605 - $9,295. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,605 - $9,295 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$581 - $710 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,465 - $1,791 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,853 - $2,265 |
2.2% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,027 - $3,699.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,027 - $3,699 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,789 - $2,187 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$898 - $1,098 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,692 - $4,512. This is approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,692 - $4,512 |
4.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$642 - $784 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$264 - $322 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$460 - $562 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$601 - $735 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$436 - $532 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$439 - $537 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,074 - $1,312, which is about 1.3% 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 $645 - $789, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,449 - $7,882 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,730 - $5,781 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$645 - $789 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lake Forest CA area is $297 - $363. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$297 - $363 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$297 - $363 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $875 - $1,069.
| Other Events Cost |
$875 - $1,069 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$523 - $639 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$523 - $639 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Lake Forest CA spend between $5,635 - $6,887 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lake Forest CA with 400 guests spend between $2,564 - $3,134 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lake Forest CA is $2,192 - $2,680. This makes up a portion of your (2.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,635 - $6,887 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$483 - $591 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,564 - $3,134 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,192 - $2,680 |
2.6% |