For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $34,373 - $42,011. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $218. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,373 - $42,011.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,373 - $42,011 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $251 - $307. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $336.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,585 - $1,937. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,228 - $2,724 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $336 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,585 - $1,937 |
4.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Matthews NC is $205 - $251. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $709 - $867, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $709 - $867.
| Entertainment Cost |
$709 - $867 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$709 - $867 |
2.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,764 - $3,378. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,764 - $3,378 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$534 - $652 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$569 - $695 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $670 - $818.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$670 - $818 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$556 - $680 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $601 - $735. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$601 - $735 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $839 - $1,025, which is about 2.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $495 - $605, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,717 - $2,099 |
5.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$219 - $267 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$839 - $1,025 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$495 - $605 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Matthews NC spend between $3,315 - $4,051 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $1,761 - $2,153 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $1,189 - $1,453. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,315 - $4,051 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$365 - $446 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,189 - $1,453 |
3.5% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Full Service in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $3,012 - $3,682. This service accounts for 8.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$3,012 - $3,682 |
8.8% |
|
Full Service
|
$3,012 - $3,682 |
8.8% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$19,151 - $23,407 |
55.7% |