For a wedding with 38 guests in the Gulf Shores AL, the estimated total cost is around $16,198 - $19,798. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gulf Shores AL is approximately $474. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,198 - $19,798.
The average wedding cost in Gulf Shores AL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,198 - $19,798 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Gulf Shores AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $210 - $256. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $215 - $263.
In Gulf Shores AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,237 - $1,511. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,760 - $2,152 |
10.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$99 - $121 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$215 - $263 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
7.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,384 - $1,692. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,384 - $1,692 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$356 - $435 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$161 - $197 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$492 - $602 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$243 - $297 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$132 - $162 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $311 - $380.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$311 - $380 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$111 - $135 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$145 - $177 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$55 - $67 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $100 - $122. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$100 - $122 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $693 - $847, which is about 4.3% 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 HIM) is estimated at $410 - $501, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,144 - $5,064 |
25.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,041 - $3,717 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$693 - $847 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$410 - $501 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Gulf Shores AL spend between $2,805 - $3,429 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gulf Shores AL with 38 guests spend between $1,756 - $2,146 on wedding photography, which is about 10.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,805 - $3,429 |
17.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$318 - $388 |
2.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$464 - $568 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,756 - $2,146 |
10.8% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$5,694 - $6,960 |
35.2% |