For a wedding with 38 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $15,735 - $19,231. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $460. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,735 - $19,231.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,735 - $19,231 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $157 - $191. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $149 - $182.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $858 - $1,048. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,236 - $1,510 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$73 - $89 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$149 - $182 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$858 - $1,048 |
5.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $189 - $231. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$189 - $231 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$62 - $76 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $975 - $1,191, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $975 - $1,191.
| Entertainment Cost |
$975 - $1,191 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$975 - $1,191 |
6.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,229 - $1,503. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,229 - $1,503 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$449 - $549 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$546 - $668 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$151 - $185 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$83 - $101 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $162 - $198.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$162 - $198 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$81 - $99 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$81 - $99 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $199 - $243. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$199 - $243 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$40 - $48 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $538 - $658, which is about 3.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $318 - $388, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,328 - $4,068 |
21.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$107 - $131 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,365 - $2,891 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$538 - $658 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$318 - $388 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $2,085 - $2,549 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 38 guests spend between $2,085 - $2,549 on wedding photography, which is about 13.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,085 - $2,549 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,085 - $2,549 |
13.3% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Month of Direction in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $1,059 - $1,295. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,059 - $1,295 |
6.7% |
|
Month of Direction
|
$1,059 - $1,295 |
6.7% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$5,272 - $6,444 |
33.5% |