For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $31,829 - $38,902. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $283. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,829 - $38,902.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,829 - $38,902 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $166 - $202. 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 $179 - $219.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $977 - $1,194. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,398 - $1,708 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$977 - $1,194 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $429 - $525. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $226 - $276. 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 |
$226 - $276 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,229 - $3,947, which is 10.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,779 - $3,397 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,229 - $3,947 |
10.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,779 - $3,397 |
8.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $15,102 - $18,458, which is about 47.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,102 - $18,458 |
47.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,359 - $2,883 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,548 - $5,558 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,516 - $7,964 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,891 - $2,311. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,891 - $2,311 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$441 - $539 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$320 - $392 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$584 - $714 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $602 - $736.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$602 - $736 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $468 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $716 - $875. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$716 - $875 |
2.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $589 - $719, which is about 1.8% 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 $357 - $437, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$946 - $1,156 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$589 - $719 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$357 - $437 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $748 - $914.
| Other Events Cost |
$748 - $914 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$748 - $914 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,360 - $5,328 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,307 - $2,819 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,753 - $2,143. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,360 - $5,328 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,307 - $2,819 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,753 - $2,143 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,575 - $1,925. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,575 - $1,925 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
4.9% |