For a wedding with 175 guests in the Stonington CT, the estimated total cost is around $48,358 - $59,104. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Stonington CT is approximately $307. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,358 - $59,104.
The average wedding cost in Stonington CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,358 - $59,104 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlestown RI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $333 - $407.
In Charlestown RI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,832 - $2,239. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,587 - $3,161 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,832 - $2,239 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Stonington CT is $642 - $784. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Stonington CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$642 - $784 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$642 - $784 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Stonington CT is $306 - $374. 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 |
$306 - $374 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,644 - $6,898, which is 11.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Stonington CT typically budget around $3,961 - $4,841 which is 8.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,644 - $6,898 |
11.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$574 - $702 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,961 - $4,841 |
8.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Stonington CT, you should budget approximately $18,701 - $22,857, which is about 38.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,701 - $22,857 |
38.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,011 - $3,681 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,848 - $7,148 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,574 - $9,258 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,267 - $2,771 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,296 - $4,028. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,296 - $4,028 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$581 - $710 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$534 - $652 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$707 - $864 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$715 - $873 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$508 - $620 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,176 - $1,438.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,176 - $1,438 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$544 - $664 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$327 - $399 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,548 - $1,892. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,548 - $1,892 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $993 - $1,213, which is about 2.1% 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 $597 - $729, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,960 - $7,284 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,370 - $5,342 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$993 - $1,213 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$597 - $729 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Stonington CT area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $947 - $1,157.
| Other Events Cost |
$947 - $1,157 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$947 - $1,157 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Stonington CT spend between $5,508 - $6,732 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Stonington CT with 175 guests spend between $2,777 - $3,395 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Stonington CT is $2,374 - $2,902. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,508 - $6,732 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,777 - $3,395 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,374 - $2,902 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,245 - $1,521.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,245 - $1,521 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,245 - $1,521 |
2.6% |