For a wedding with 400 guests in the Herndon VA, the estimated total cost is around $84,774 - $103,612. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Herndon VA is approximately $235. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $84,774 - $103,612.
The average wedding cost in Herndon VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $84,774 - $103,612 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Herndon VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,150 - $3,850. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,150 - $3,850 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,150 - $3,850 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Herndon VA is $2,224 - $2,718. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Herndon VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,224 - $2,718 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,224 - $2,718 |
2.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Herndon VA is $276 - $338. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$276 - $338 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Herndon VA, you should budget approximately $47,985 - $58,649, which is about 56.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,985 - $58,649 |
56.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$23,943 - $29,263 |
28.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,202 - $18,580 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,841 - $10,805 |
10.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,085 - $8,659. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,085 - $8,659 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$793 - $969 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,103 - $1,349 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,166 - $3,870 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,022 - $2,472 |
2.4% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,006 - $1,230.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,787 - $2,185. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,787 - $2,185 |
2.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$293 - $358 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$938 - $1,146 |
1.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$557 - $681 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,671 - $2,043, which is about 2.0% 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 $1,014 - $1,240, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,942 - $12,152 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,257 - $8,869 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,671 - $2,043 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Herndon VA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Herndon VA spend between $10,538 - $12,880 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Herndon VA with 400 guests spend between $5,280 - $6,454 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Herndon VA is $4,013 - $4,905. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,538 - $12,880 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,245 - $1,521 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,280 - $6,454 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,013 - $4,905 |
4.7% |