For a wedding with 125 guests in the Sarasota FL, the estimated total cost is around $35,964 - $43,956. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Sarasota FL is approximately $320. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,964 - $43,956.
The average wedding cost in Sarasota FL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,964 - $43,956 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sarasota FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $374 - $457. 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 $402 - $492.
In Sarasota FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,202 - $2,692. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,151 - $3,851 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,202 - $2,692 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Sarasota FL is $452 - $552. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Sarasota FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$452 - $552 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Sarasota FL is $238 - $290. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,577 - $1,927, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Sarasota FL area is $1,092 - $1,334.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,577 - $1,927 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$485 - $593 |
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 Sarasota FL, you should budget approximately $14,670 - $17,930, which is about 40.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,670 - $17,930 |
40.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,398 - $2,930 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,623 - $5,651 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,942 - $7,262 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,707 - $2,087 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,607 - $3,187. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,607 - $3,187 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $600 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$658 - $804 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$567 - $693 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$363 - $443 |
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 $721 - $881.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$721 - $881 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $758 - $926. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$758 - $926 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,180 - $1,442, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,180 - $1,442 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
3.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Sarasota FL area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $804 - $982.
| Other Events Cost |
$804 - $982 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$804 - $982 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Sarasota FL spend between $5,127 - $6,267 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Sarasota FL with 125 guests spend between $2,482 - $3,034 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Sarasota FL is $2,246 - $2,745. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,127 - $6,267 |
14.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,482 - $3,034 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,246 - $2,745 |
6.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Sarasota FL is estimated to be $3,506 - $4,285. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,506 - $4,285 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,506 - $4,285 |
9.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $517 - $631.
| Transportation Cost |
$517 - $631 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$517 - $631 |
1.4% |