For a wedding with 38 guests in the West Hartford CT, the estimated total cost is around $29,917 - $36,565. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in West Hartford CT is approximately $875. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,917 - $36,565.
The average wedding cost in West Hartford CT is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,917 - $36,565 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bristol CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $302 - $369. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $324 - $396.
In Bristol CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,795 - $2,193. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,557 - $3,125 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$324 - $396 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,795 - $2,193 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in West Hartford CT is $130 - $158. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the West Hartford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in West Hartford CT is $338 - $413. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$338 - $413 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,134 - $2,608, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the West Hartford CT area is $1,480 - $1,808.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,134 - $2,608 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,480 - $1,808 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$654 - $800 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in West Hartford CT, you should budget approximately $5,724 - $6,996, which is about 19.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,724 - $6,996 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$667 - $815 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,295 - $1,583 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,292 - $4,024 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$470 - $574 |
1.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,363 - $2,889. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,363 - $2,889 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$749 - $915 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$336 - $410 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$919 - $1,123 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $450 - $550.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$450 - $550 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $219 - $267. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,013 - $1,238, which is about 3.4% 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 $610 - $746, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,049 - $7,393 |
20.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,426 - $5,410 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$610 - $746 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the West Hartford CT area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,074 - $1,312.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,074 - $1,312 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
3.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in West Hartford CT spend between $8,101 - $9,901 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in West Hartford CT with 38 guests spend between $4,360 - $5,328 on wedding photography, which is about 14.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in West Hartford CT is $3,343 - $4,085. This makes up a portion of your (11.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,101 - $9,901 |
27.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$399 - $487 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,360 - $5,328 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,343 - $4,085 |
11.2% |