For a wedding with 175 guests in the Alexandria VA, the estimated total cost is around $37,714 - $46,094. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Alexandria VA is approximately $239. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,714 - $46,094.
The average wedding cost in Alexandria VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,714 - $46,094 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $271 - $331. 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 $258 - $316.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,487 - $1,817. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,143 - $2,619 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$271 - $331 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,487 - $1,817 |
3.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Arlington VA is $211 - $257. 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 |
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,646 - $2,012, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Alexandria VA area is $1,243 - $1,519.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,646 - $2,012 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$403 - $493 |
1.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,462 - $3,009. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,462 - $3,009 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$505 - $617 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$634 - $774 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$710 - $868 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
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 $1,066 - $1,302.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,066 - $1,302 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$405 - $495 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$431 - $527 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $852 - $1,042. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$852 - $1,042 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$401 - $490 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $862 - $1,054, 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 HIM) is estimated at $509 - $623, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,332 - $6,516 |
14.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,790 - $4,632 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$862 - $1,054 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $4,818 - $5,888 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Alexandria VA with 175 guests spend between $2,688 - $3,286 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Alexandria VA is $1,816 - $2,220. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,818 - $5,888 |
12.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,688 - $3,286 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,816 - $2,220 |
4.8% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$987 - $1,207 |
2.6% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$18,198 - $22,242 |
48.3% |