For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $30,539 - $37,325. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $271. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,539 - $37,325.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,539 - $37,325 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $161 - $197. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $174 - $212.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $950 - $1,162. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,360 - $1,662 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$174 - $212 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$950 - $1,162 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $461 - $563. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$461 - $563 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$461 - $563 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $232 - $284. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$232 - $284 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,904 - $4,772, which is 12.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,044 - $1,276.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,860 - $3,496 which is 9.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,904 - $4,772 |
12.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
3.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,860 - $3,496 |
9.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $14,112 - $17,248, which is about 46.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,112 - $17,248 |
46.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,415 - $2,951 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,654 - $5,688 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,325 - $6,509 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,718 - $2,100 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,642 - $3,229. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,642 - $3,229 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$490 - $598 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$347 - $425 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$635 - $776 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$578 - $706 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$370 - $452 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $751 - $917.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$751 - $917 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$392 - $479 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $893 - $1,091. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$148 - $180 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $557 - $681, which is about 1.8% 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 $338 - $413, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$895 - $1,093 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$557 - $681 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$338 - $413 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $770 - $941.
| Other Events Cost |
$770 - $941 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$770 - $941 |
2.5% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,667 - $3,259 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,373 - $2,901 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,667 - $3,259 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$293 - $359 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,373 - $2,901 |
7.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,620 - $1,980. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,620 - $1,980 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,620 - $1,980 |
5.3% |