For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $33,447 - $40,879. 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 $297. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,447 - $40,879.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,447 - $40,879 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Newark NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $174 - $212. 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 $187 - $229.
In Newark NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,023 - $1,251. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,464 - $1,790 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $464 - $568. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$464 - $568 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $568 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $160 - $196. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,018 - $2,466, which is 6.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,061 - $1,297.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,018 - $2,466 |
6.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
3.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$957 - $1,169 |
2.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $14,956 - $18,280, which is about 44.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,956 - $18,280 |
44.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,447 - $2,991 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,716 - $5,764 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,052 - $7,396 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,742 - $2,129 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,595 - $1,949. This accounts for roughly 4.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,595 - $1,949 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$640 - $782 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$582 - $712 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$373 - $455 |
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 $397 - $485.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$397 - $485 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$397 - $485 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,127 - $1,377. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,127 - $1,377 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $613 - $749, 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 $372 - $454, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,644 - $4,454 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,660 - $3,251 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$613 - $749 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$372 - $454 |
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 $782 - $956.
| Other Events Cost |
$782 - $956 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$782 - $956 |
2.3% |
| 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 $4,585 - $5,603 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 $2,413 - $2,949 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 $1,833 - $2,241. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,585 - $5,603 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,413 - $2,949 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,833 - $2,241 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,647 - $2,013. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,647 - $2,013 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
4.9% |