For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $37,571 - $45,920. 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 $334. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,571 - $45,920.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,571 - $45,920 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 $275 - $336. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $295 - $361.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,616 - $1,975. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,312 - $2,826 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,616 - $1,975 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $449 - $549. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$449 - $549 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$449 - $549 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $218 - $266. 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 |
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,561 - $1,907, 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 $1,081 - $1,321.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,561 - $1,907 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,081 - $1,321 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$480 - $586 |
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 $15,091 - $18,445, which is about 40.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,091 - $18,445 |
40.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,484 - $3,036 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,788 - $5,852 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,052 - $7,396 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,768 - $2,160 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,267 - $2,771. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,267 - $2,771 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$302 - $370 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$616 - $752 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$563 - $688 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$360 - $440 |
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 $751 - $917.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$751 - $917 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $626 - $766. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$626 - $766 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $936 - $1,144, 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 $568 - $694, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,569 - $6,807 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,065 - $4,969 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$936 - $1,144 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$568 - $694 |
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 $797 - $974.
| Other Events Cost |
$797 - $974 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$797 - $974 |
2.1% |
| 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 $3,851 - $4,707 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,823 - $3,451 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,851 - $4,707 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$342 - $418 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$686 - $838 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,823 - $3,451 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,471 - $4,243. This service accounts for 9.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,471 - $4,243 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,471 - $4,243 |
9.2% |