For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston, the estimated total cost is around $30,272 - $36,999. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston is approximately $269. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,272 - $36,999.
The average wedding cost in Charleston is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,272 - $36,999 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Moncks Corner SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $277 - $339.
In Moncks Corner SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,517 - $1,854. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,170 - $2,652 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,517 - $1,854 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston is $388 - $474. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$388 - $474 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$388 - $474 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,423 - $1,739, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston area is $986 - $1,205.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,423 - $1,739 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$986 - $1,205 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$437 - $535 |
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 Charleston, you should budget approximately $13,178 - $16,106, which is about 43.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,178 - $16,106 |
43.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,118 - $2,588 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,083 - $4,991 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,469 - $6,685 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,508 - $1,843 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,309 - $2,823. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,309 - $2,823 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$443 - $541 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$577 - $705 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$487 - $595 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$311 - $381 |
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 $802 - $980.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$802 - $980 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$344 - $420 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $729 - $891. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$729 - $891 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $851 - $1,041, which is about 2.8% 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 $517 - $631, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,063 - $6,188 |
16.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,695 - $4,516 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$851 - $1,041 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$517 - $631 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $725 - $887.
| Other Events Cost |
$725 - $887 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$725 - $887 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Charleston spend between $2,598 - $3,176 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston with 125 guests spend between $2,240 - $2,738 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,598 - $3,176 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$358 - $438 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,240 - $2,738 |
7.4% |