For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte, the estimated total cost is around $36,557 - $44,681. 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 is approximately $325. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,557 - $44,681.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,557 - $44,681 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $293. 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 $257 - $315.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,409 - $1,723. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,017 - $2,465 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,409 - $1,723 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte is $493 - $603. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$493 - $603 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$493 - $603 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte is $231 - $283. 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 |
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,738 - $2,124, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte area is $1,204 - $1,472.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,738 - $2,124 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,204 - $1,472 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$534 - $652 |
1.5% |
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, you should budget approximately $16,322 - $19,950, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,322 - $19,950 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,588 - $3,164 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,990 - $6,098 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,902 - $8,436 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,842 - $2,252 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,817 - $3,443. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,817 - $3,443 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$501 - $613 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$732 - $894 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$620 - $758 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$396 - $484 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $896 - $1,095.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$419 - $513 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
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% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $792 - $968, which is about 2.2% 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 $481 - $587, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,712 - $5,760 |
12.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,440 - $4,204 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$792 - $968 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$481 - $587 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte 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 $887 - $1,084.
| Other Events Cost |
$887 - $1,084 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$887 - $1,084 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Charlotte spend between $3,074 - $3,757 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte with 125 guests spend between $2,738 - $3,346 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,074 - $3,757 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$336 - $410 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,738 - $3,346 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte is estimated to be $1,868 - $2,284. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,868 - $2,284 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,868 - $2,284 |
5.1% |