For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lafayette, the estimated total cost is around $54,011 - $66,013. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lafayette is approximately $240. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,011 - $66,013.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,011 - $66,013 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $295 - $361. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $318 - $388.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,739 - $2,125. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,489 - $3,042 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$295 - $361 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,739 - $2,125 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Lafayette is $977 - $1,195. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$977 - $1,195 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lafayette is $213 - $261. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,383 - $1,691, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lafayette area is $959 - $1,172.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,383 - $1,691 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$959 - $1,172 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$425 - $519 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Lafayette, you should budget approximately $28,920 - $35,346, which is about 53.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,920 - $35,346 |
53.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,454 - $6,666 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,513 - $12,849 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,071 - $11,087 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,882 - $4,744 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,815 - $4,663. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,815 - $4,663 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$415 - $507 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$648 - $792 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$552 - $674 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,228 - $1,500 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$785 - $959 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,581 - $1,933.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$883 - $1,079 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$438 - $536 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,634 - $1,998. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,634 - $1,998 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$275 - $336 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$409 - $499 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$243 - $297 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,009 - $1,233, which is about 1.9% 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 $612 - $748, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,001 - $7,335 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,380 - $5,354 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$612 - $748 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lafayette area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $706 - $862.
| Other Events Cost |
$706 - $862 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$706 - $862 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$363 - $443 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$363 - $443 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Lafayette spend between $2,534 - $3,098 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette with 250 guests spend between $2,180 - $2,664 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,534 - $3,098 |
4.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,180 - $2,664 |
4.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lafayette is estimated to be $1,488 - $1,818. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,488 - $1,818 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,488 - $1,818 |
2.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,679 - $2,053.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,679 - $2,053 |
3.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
3.1% |