For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Monica CA, the estimated total cost is around $57,034 - $69,708. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Monica CA is approximately $507. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,034 - $69,708.
The average wedding cost in Santa Monica CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,034 - $69,708 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $463 - $565. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $498 - $608.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,756 - $3,368. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,925 - $4,797 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$463 - $565 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$498 - $608 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,756 - $3,368 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Monica CA is $579 - $707. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Monica CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$579 - $707 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$579 - $707 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Monica CA is $358 - $438. 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 |
$358 - $438 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,664 - $9,367, which is 13.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Monica CA area is $1,801 - $2,201.
For a live band, couples in Santa Monica CA typically budget around $5,065 - $6,191 which is 8.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,664 - $9,367 |
13.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,801 - $2,201 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$797 - $975 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,065 - $6,191 |
8.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Santa Monica CA, you should budget approximately $19,776 - $24,170, which is about 34.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,776 - $24,170 |
34.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,029 - $3,703 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,882 - $7,189 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,729 - $10,669 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,136 - $2,610 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,974 - $4,858. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,974 - $4,858 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$370 - $452 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$462 - $564 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$731 - $893 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$467 - $571 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $932 - $1,140.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$932 - $1,140 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$488 - $596 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$306 - $374 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,090 - $1,332. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,090 - $1,332 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,480 - $1,808, which is about 2.6% 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 $892 - $1,090, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,372 - $2,899 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,480 - $1,808 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$892 - $1,090 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Monica CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,308 - $1,598.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,308 - $1,598 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,308 - $1,598 |
2.3% |
On average, couples in Santa Monica CA spend between $8,981 - $10,977 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Monica CA with 125 guests spend between $5,083 - $6,213 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Monica CA is $3,898 - $4,764. This makes up a portion of your (6.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,981 - $10,977 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,083 - $6,213 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,898 - $4,764 |
6.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Santa Monica CA is estimated to be $5,757 - $7,037. This service accounts for 10.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,757 - $7,037 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,757 - $7,037 |
10.1% |