For a wedding with 38 guests in the Richmond VA, the estimated total cost is around $21,397 - $26,151. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
    
   
  
  
  
    
    
      On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Richmond VA is approximately $626. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,397 - $26,151.
    
   
  
  
    
    
      The average wedding cost in Richmond VA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,397 - $26,151 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
    
   
  
            
                
                
                    In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $443 - $541. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
                
             
            
            
                
                
                    The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $477 - $583.
                
             
            
            
                
                
                    In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,638 - $3,224. This represents about 12.3% of your total wedding expenses.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Attire & Accessories Cost | $3,758 - $4,594 | 17.6% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Dress Accessories | $443 - $541 | 2.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories | $201 - $245 | 0.9% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase | $477 - $583 | 2.2% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Dress | $2,638 - $3,224 | 12.3% | 
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Richmond VA is $109 - $133. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
                
             
            
            
                
                
                    In the Richmond VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Bakery Cost | $109 - $133 | 0.5% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Cake/dessert | $109 - $133 | 0.5% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Richmond VA is $189 - $231. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Beauty & Spa Cost | $189 - $231 | 0.9% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Hair Service | $104 - $127 | 0.5% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Makeup Service | $86 - $105 | 0.4% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,093 - $1,335, which is 5.1% of your total.
            
         
        
            
                
                
                    The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Richmond VA area is $1,093 - $1,335.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Entertainment Cost | $1,093 - $1,335 | 5.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | DJ/MC | $1,093 - $1,335 | 5.1% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Richmond VA, you should budget approximately $4,959 - $6,061, which is about 23.2% of your total budget.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Event Venue Cost | $4,959 - $6,061 | 23.2% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Bar Service | $567 - $693 | 2.6% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Food Service | $1,101 - $1,345 | 5.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Location | $2,892 - $3,534 | 13.5% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Rentals | $400 - $488 | 1.9% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,735 - $2,121. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Flowers & Decorations Cost | $1,735 - $2,121 | 8.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Bouquets | $527 - $644 | 2.5% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Boutonnieres, Corsages | $236 - $288 | 1.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Accessories | $75 - $91 | 0.3% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Decorations | $672 - $822 | 3.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements | $138 - $168 | 0.6% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces | $88 - $108 | 0.4% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $455 - $556.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Gifts & Favors Cost | $455 - $556 | 2.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Gift/s for Attendants | $133 - $163 | 0.6% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Gift/s for Parents | $181 - $221 | 0.8% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Tips (for all services) | $91 - $111 | 0.4% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Favors | $50 - $61 | 0.2% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $174 - $212. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
            
         
        
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Invitations Cost | $174 - $212 | 0.8% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Ceremony Programs | $30 - $36 | 0.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Guest Book | $14 - $17 | 0.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Invitations & Reply Cards | $46 - $56 | 0.2% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Postage | $16 - $20 | 0.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Save the Date Cards | $27 - $33 | 0.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Table Name and Escort/place Cards | $21 - $25 | 0.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Thank You Cards | $21 - $25 | 0.1% | 
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,363 - $1,665, which is about 6.4% 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 $822 - $1,004, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Jewelry Cost | $2,184 - $2,670 | 10.2% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding ring/band for Partner 1 | $1,363 - $1,665 | 6.4% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding ring/band for Partner 2 | $822 - $1,004 | 3.8% | 
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Richmond VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Officiant Cost | $262 - $320 | 1.2% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Officiant | $262 - $320 | 1.2% | 
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $792 - $968.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Other Events Cost | $792 - $968 | 3.7% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Rehearsal Dinner | $792 - $968 | 3.7% | 
              
            
           
           
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Other Items Cost | $419 - $512 | 2.0% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Hotel Room for After Reception | $419 - $512 | 2.0% | 
              
            
           
           
        
            
            
                On average, couples in Richmond VA spend between $3,599 - $4,399 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.8% of your overall budget.
            
         
        
            
                
                
                    On average, couples in Richmond VA with 38 guests spend between $3,155 - $3,856 on wedding photography, which is about 14.7% of your total wedding cost.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Photography & Video Cost | $3,599 - $4,399 | 16.8% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Engagement Session | $445 - $543 | 2.1% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Photographer | $3,155 - $3,856 | 14.7% | 
              
            
           
           
            
                
                
                    The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Richmond VA is estimated to be $1,670 - $2,041. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
                
             
            
        
          
          
            
              
                  
                      | Planner/Coordinator Cost | $1,670 - $2,041 | 7.8% | 
              
                  
                      |  | Wedding Coordinator | $1,670 - $2,041 | 7.8% |