For a wedding with 125 guests in the Fairfield, CT, the estimated total cost is around $33,749 - $41,249. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fairfield, CT is approximately $300. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,749 - $41,249.
The average wedding cost in Fairfield, CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,749 - $41,249 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Trumbull CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $412 - $504. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $460 - $562.
In Trumbull CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,522 - $3,082. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,562 - $4,354 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$412 - $504 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$460 - $562 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,522 - $3,082 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Fairfield, CT is $407 - $497. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fairfield, CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$407 - $497 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fairfield, CT is $199 - $243. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,283 - $1,568, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fairfield, CT area is $1,283 - $1,568.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,283 - $1,568 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
3.8% |
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 Fairfield, CT, you should budget approximately $18,806 - $22,986, which is about 55.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,806 - $22,986 |
55.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,327 - $2,845 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,520 - $5,524 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,577 - $12,927 |
31.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,735 - $3,343. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,735 - $3,343 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$619 - $757 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$789 - $965 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$454 - $554 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$322 - $394 |
1.0% |
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 $503 - $615.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$331 - $405 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $357 - $437. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$357 - $437 |
1.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fairfield, CT area is $302 - $370. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,027 - $1,255.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,027 - $1,255 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
3.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$533 - $651 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fairfield, CT spend between $4,035 - $4,931 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fairfield, CT with 125 guests spend between $4,035 - $4,931 on wedding photography, which is about 12.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,035 - $4,931 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,035 - $4,931 |
12.0% |