For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $35,015 - $42,796. 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 $311. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,015 - $42,796.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,015 - $42,796 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mooresville NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $349 - $427. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $376 - $460.
In Mooresville NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,057 - $2,515. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,945 - $3,599 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$349 - $427 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$376 - $460 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,057 - $2,515 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte NC is $446 - $545. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$446 - $545 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $545 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $140 - $171. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,583 - $1,935, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,097 - $1,341.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,583 - $1,935 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $14,600 - $17,844, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,600 - $17,844 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,400 - $2,934 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,627 - $5,655 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,864 - $7,168 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,708 - $2,088 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,571 - $3,143. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,571 - $3,143 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$648 - $792 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$560 - $684 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$357 - $437 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $879 - $1,075.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $867 - $1,059. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$867 - $1,059 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,130 - $1,382, which is about 3.2% 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 $685 - $837, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,815 - $2,219 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,130 - $1,382 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$685 - $837 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $808 - $988.
| Other Events Cost |
$808 - $988 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$808 - $988 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $6,009 - $7,345 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 125 guests spend between $2,959 - $3,617 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,249 - $2,749. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,009 - $7,345 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,959 - $3,617 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,249 - $2,749 |
6.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,702 - $2,080. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,702 - $2,080 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,702 - $2,080 |
4.9% |