For a wedding with 125 guests in the Kiawah Island, SC, the estimated total cost is around $29,426 - $35,965. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Kiawah Island, SC is approximately $262. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,426 - $35,965.
The average wedding cost in Kiawah Island, SC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,426 - $35,965 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Johns Island SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $277 - $339.
In Johns Island SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,518 - $1,856. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,145 - $2,621 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,518 - $1,856 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Kiawah Island, SC is $414 - $506. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Kiawah Island, SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$414 - $506 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Kiawah Island, SC is $241 - $295. 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 |
$241 - $295 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,578 - $4,373, which is 12.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Kiawah Island, SC typically budget around $3,124 - $3,818 which is 10.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,578 - $4,373 |
12.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$454 - $554 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,124 - $3,818 |
10.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Kiawah Island, SC, you should budget approximately $12,187 - $14,895, which is about 41.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,187 - $14,895 |
41.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,942 - $2,374 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,771 - $4,609 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,011 - $6,125 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,303 - $2,815. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,303 - $2,815 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$444 - $542 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$193 - $235 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$546 - $668 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$461 - $563 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $790 - $966.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$790 - $966 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$351 - $429 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$178 - $218 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $445 - $543. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$445 - $543 |
1.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Kiawah Island, SC area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Kiawah Island, SC spend between $4,064 - $4,967 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Kiawah Island, SC with 125 guests spend between $2,191 - $2,677 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Kiawah Island, SC is $1,873 - $2,289. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,064 - $4,967 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,191 - $2,677 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,873 - $2,289 |
6.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Kiawah Island, SC is estimated to be $3,020 - $3,692. This service accounts for 10.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,020 - $3,692 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,020 - $3,692 |
10.3% |