For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $33,801 - $41,313. 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 $300. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,801 - $41,313.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,801 - $41,313 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 $152 - $186. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $164 - $200.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $897 - $1,097. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,283 - $1,569 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$897 - $1,097 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $401 - $491. 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 |
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $212 - $260. 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 |
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,154 - $2,632, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $918 - $1,122.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$918 - $1,122 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$408 - $498 |
1.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$828 - $1,012 |
2.4% |
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 $12,958 - $15,838, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,958 - $15,838 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,178 - $2,662 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,198 - $5,130 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,033 - $6,151 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,550 - $1,894 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,555 - $3,123. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,555 - $3,123 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$416 - $508 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$413 - $505 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$615 - $751 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$563 - $688 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$360 - $440 |
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 $560 - $684.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$560 - $684 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$353 - $431 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,062 - $1,298. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,062 - $1,298 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$260 - $318 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$155 - $189 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $567 - $693, which is about 1.7% 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 $345 - $421, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,375 - $4,125 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,463 - $3,011 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$567 - $693 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$345 - $421 |
1.0% |
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 $677 - $827.
| Other Events Cost |
$677 - $827 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$677 - $827 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,343 - $5,308 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,088 - $2,552 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,587 - $1,939. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,343 - $5,308 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$283 - $345 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$385 - $471 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,088 - $2,552 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,587 - $1,939 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $2,949 - $3,605. This service accounts for 8.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,949 - $3,605 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,949 - $3,605 |
8.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $664 - $812.
| Transportation Cost |
$664 - $812 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$664 - $812 |
2.0% |