For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $22,263 - $27,211. 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 NC is approximately $198. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,263 - $27,211.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,263 - $27,211 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Wilmington DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $157 - $191. 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 $169 - $207.
In Wilmington DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $923 - $1,129. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,249 - $1,527 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$169 - $207 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$923 - $1,129 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte NC is $400 - $488. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$400 - $488 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $168 - $206. 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 |
$168 - $206 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $943 - $1,153, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $943 - $1,153.
| Entertainment Cost |
$943 - $1,153 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$943 - $1,153 |
4.2% |
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 NC, you should budget approximately $12,940 - $15,816, which is about 58.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,940 - $15,816 |
58.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,132 - $2,606 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,110 - $5,024 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,180 - $6,332 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,517 - $1,855 |
6.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,585 - $1,937. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,585 - $1,937 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$449 - $549 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$501 - $613 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$320 - $392 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $346 - $422.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$346 - $422 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$346 - $422 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $820 - $1,002. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $549 - $671, which is about 2.5% 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 $333 - $407, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$882 - $1,078 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$549 - $671 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$333 - $407 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Wilmington DE spend between $2,930 - $3,582 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 125 guests spend between $2,611 - $3,191 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,930 - $3,582 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$320 - $391 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,611 - $3,191 |
11.7% |