For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lafayette LA, the estimated total cost is around $34,150 - $41,738. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lafayette LA is approximately $304. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,150 - $41,738.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,150 - $41,738 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carencro LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $314. 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 $275 - $337.
In Carencro LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,509 - $1,845. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,160 - $2,640 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lafayette LA is $457 - $559. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lafayette LA is $211 - $257. 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 |
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,407 - $1,719, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lafayette LA area is $975 - $1,191.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,407 - $1,719 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$975 - $1,191 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$432 - $528 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lafayette LA, you should budget approximately $14,321 - $17,503, which is about 41.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,321 - $17,503 |
41.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,467 - $3,015 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,755 - $5,811 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,343 - $6,531 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,756 - $2,146 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,438 - $2,980. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,438 - $2,980 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$423 - $517 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$572 - $700 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$574 - $702 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$367 - $449 |
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 $853 - $1,043.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$853 - $1,043 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$400 - $488 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$210 - $256 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $773 - $945. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$773 - $945 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $849 - $1,037, which is about 2.5% 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 $515 - $629, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,047 - $6,169 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,684 - $4,502 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$849 - $1,037 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$515 - $629 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lafayette LA area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $717 - $877.
| Other Events Cost |
$717 - $877 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$717 - $877 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$363 - $443 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$363 - $443 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Lafayette LA spend between $4,713 - $5,761 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette LA with 125 guests spend between $2,489 - $3,042 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lafayette LA is $1,892 - $2,312. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,713 - $5,761 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$333 - $407 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,489 - $3,042 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,892 - $2,312 |
5.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $463 - $565.
| Transportation Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$463 - $565 |
1.4% |