For a wedding with 250 guests in the old lyme, the estimated total cost is around $47,772 - $58,388. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in old lyme is approximately $212. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,772 - $58,388.
The average wedding cost in old lyme is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,772 - $58,388 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Old Lyme CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $380 - $464. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $422 - $516.
In Old Lyme CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,321 - $2,837. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,278 - $4,006 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$422 - $516 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,321 - $2,837 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in old lyme is $1,006 - $1,230. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the old lyme area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in old lyme is $288 - $352. 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 |
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,273 - $5,223, which is 8.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in old lyme typically budget around $3,732 - $4,562 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,273 - $5,223 |
8.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$541 - $661 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
7.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in old lyme, you should budget approximately $16,622 - $20,316, which is about 34.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,622 - $20,316 |
34.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,498 - $5,498 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,736 - $10,678 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,388 - $4,140 |
7.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,636 - $4,444. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,636 - $4,444 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$604 - $738 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$263 - $321 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$730 - $892 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$918 - $1,122 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,569 - $1,917.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,569 - $1,917 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$812 - $992 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$542 - $662 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,185 - $2,671. This is approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,185 - $2,671 |
4.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$515 - $629 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$394 - $482 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$263 - $321 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,103 - $1,349, which is about 2.3% 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 $663 - $811, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,767 - $2,159 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,103 - $1,349 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$663 - $811 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $893 - $1,091.
| Other Events Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in old lyme spend between $6,601 - $8,067 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in old lyme with 250 guests spend between $3,396 - $4,150 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in old lyme is $2,903 - $3,548. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,601 - $8,067 |
13.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$302 - $370 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,396 - $4,150 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,903 - $3,548 |
6.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in old lyme is estimated to be $3,608 - $4,410. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,608 - $4,410 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,608 - $4,410 |
7.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,047 - $2,501.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,047 - $2,501 |
4.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,047 - $2,501 |
4.3% |