For a wedding with 175 guests in the Lafayette, the estimated total cost is around $41,581 - $50,821. 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 is approximately $264. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,581 - $50,821.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,581 - $50,821 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $311 - $381. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $336 - $410.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,837 - $2,245. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,484 - $3,036 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$311 - $381 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$336 - $410 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,837 - $2,245 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Lafayette is $673 - $823. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$673 - $823 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$673 - $823 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lafayette is $207 - $253. 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 |
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,162 - $5,086, which is 10.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Lafayette typically budget around $2,791 - $3,411 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,162 - $5,086 |
10.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$452 - $552 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,791 - $3,411 |
6.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$919 - $1,123 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Lafayette, you should budget approximately $21,119 - $25,813, which is about 50.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,119 - $25,813 |
50.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,749 - $4,583 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,227 - $8,833 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,225 - $8,831 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,918 - $3,566 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,001 - $3,667. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,001 - $3,667 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$404 - $494 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$581 - $710 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$846 - $1,034 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$541 - $661 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,169 - $1,429.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$608 - $743 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$302 - $369 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,112 - $1,359. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,112 - $1,359 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lafayette area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Lafayette spend between $4,433 - $5,419 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette with 175 guests spend between $2,318 - $2,833 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lafayette is $1,761 - $2,153. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,433 - $5,419 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lafayette is estimated to be $1,581 - $1,933. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
3.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,050 - $1,284.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.5% |