For a wedding with 127 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $42,800 - $52,312. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,800 - $52,312.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,800 - $52,312 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $281 - $343. 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 $302 - $370.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,675 - $2,047. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,385 - $2,915 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$302 - $370 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,675 - $2,047 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Louisville KY is $524 - $640. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$524 - $640 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$524 - $640 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $235 - $287. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,479 - $3,029, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,057 - $1,291.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,479 - $3,029 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,057 - $1,291 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$468 - $572 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$954 - $1,166 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $15,636 - $19,110, which is about 36.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,636 - $19,110 |
36.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,803 - $3,425 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,441 - $6,651 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,415 - $6,619 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,976 - $2,416 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,792 - $3,412. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,792 - $3,412 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$637 - $779 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$662 - $809 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$423 - $517 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 127 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $935 - $1,143.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$935 - $1,143 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$452 - $552 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $978 - $1,196. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$978 - $1,196 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $921 - $1,125, 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 $555 - $679, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,960 - $7,284 |
13.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,024 - $4,918 |
9.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$259 - $317 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$555 - $679 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $767 - $937.
| Other Events Cost |
$767 - $937 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$767 - $937 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $7,095 - $8,671 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 127 guests spend between $2,917 - $3,565 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Louisville KY is $2,237 - $2,734. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,095 - $8,671 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$757 - $925 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,917 - $3,565 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,237 - $2,734 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Louisville KY is estimated to be $1,615 - $1,973. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,615 - $1,973 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,615 - $1,973 |
3.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $779 - $952.
| Transportation Cost |
$779 - $952 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$779 - $952 |
1.8% |