For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lafayette LA, the estimated total cost is around $29,495 - $36,049. 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 LA is approximately $262. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,495 - $36,049.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,495 - $36,049 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $282. 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 $245 - $299.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,384 - $1,692. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,962 - $2,398 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$245 - $299 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,384 - $1,692 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lafayette LA is $463 - $565. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$463 - $565 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lafayette LA is $206 - $252. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$206 - $252 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lafayette LA, you should budget approximately $14,231 - $17,393, which is about 48.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,231 - $17,393 |
48.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,449 - $2,993 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,763 - $5,821 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,283 - $6,457 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,736 - $2,122 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,420 - $2,958. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,420 - $2,958 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$425 - $519 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$551 - $673 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$584 - $714 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$362 - $442 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $811 - $991.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$811 - $991 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$398 - $486 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$197 - $241 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $496 - $606. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $793 - $969, which is about 2.7% 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 $473 - $578, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,265 - $1,547 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$793 - $969 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$473 - $578 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lafayette LA area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $718 - $878.
| Other Events Cost |
$718 - $878 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$718 - $878 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$372 - $454 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lafayette LA spend between $3,865 - $4,723 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette LA with 125 guests spend between $2,124 - $2,596 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,865 - $4,723 |
13.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$260 - $318 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$336 - $410 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$374 - $457 |
1.3% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$281 - $343 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$491 - $600 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,124 - $2,596 |
7.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,733 - $2,118 |
5.9% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,733 - $2,118 |
5.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $724 - $884.
| Transportation Cost |
$724 - $884 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$724 - $884 |
2.5% |