For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $36,937 - $45,145. 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 $328. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,937 - $45,145.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,937 - $45,145 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 $280 - $342. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $302 - $369.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,651 - $2,017. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,362 - $2,886 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$280 - $342 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$302 - $369 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,651 - $2,017 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $471 - $575. 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 |
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $225 - $275. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,564 - $1,912, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,084 - $1,324.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,564 - $1,912 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$481 - $587 |
1.3% |
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 $14,899 - $18,209, which is about 40.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,899 - $18,209 |
40.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,489 - $3,042 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,798 - $5,864 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,841 - $7,139 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,771 - $2,165 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,633 - $3,218. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,633 - $3,218 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $579 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$325 - $397 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$651 - $795 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$590 - $722 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$378 - $462 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $870 - $1,064.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$870 - $1,064 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$403 - $493 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $807 - $987. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$807 - $987 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $911 - $1,113, which is about 2.5% 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 $553 - $675, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,420 - $6,624 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,956 - $4,836 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$553 - $675 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $798 - $976.
| Other Events Cost |
$798 - $976 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$798 - $976 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,802 - $3,424 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,463 - $3,011 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,802 - $3,424 |
7.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,463 - $3,011 |
6.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,479 - $4,253. This service accounts for 9.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,479 - $4,253 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,479 - $4,253 |
9.4% |