For a wedding with 15 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $20,926 - $25,576. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $1,550. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,926 - $25,576.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,926 - $25,576 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Summerville SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $304 - $372. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $329 - $402.
In Summerville SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,796 - $2,195. This represents about 8.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,570 - $3,141 |
12.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$304 - $372 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$141 - $173 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $402 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,796 - $2,195 |
8.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Charleston SC is $53 - $65. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $270 - $330. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$270 - $330 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,870 - $2,286, which is 8.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,295 - $1,583.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,870 - $2,286 |
8.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,295 - $1,583 |
6.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$575 - $703 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $3,048 - $3,726, which is about 14.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$3,048 - $3,726 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$279 - $341 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$538 - $658 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,032 - $2,484 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$199 - $243 |
1.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,726 - $2,110. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,726 - $2,110 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$563 - $689 |
2.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $314 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$761 - $931 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$67 - $81 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $334 - $408.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$334 - $408 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$45 - $55 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $87 - $107. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$7 - $9 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$8 - $10 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,017 - $1,243, which is about 4.9% 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 $617 - $755, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,052 - $7,396 |
28.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,417 - $5,399 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$617 - $755 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $953 - $1,165.
| Other Events Cost |
$953 - $1,165 |
4.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$953 - $1,165 |
4.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,304 - $4,038 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 15 guests spend between $2,944 - $3,598 on wedding photography, which is about 14.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,304 - $4,038 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$360 - $440 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,944 - $3,598 |
14.1% |