For a wedding with 125 guests in the Stonington CT, the estimated total cost is around $34,184 - $41,780. 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 $304. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,184 - $41,780.
The average wedding cost in Stonington CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,184 - $41,780 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lincoln RI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. 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 $360 - $440.
In Lincoln RI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,035 - $2,487. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,886 - $3,528 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$360 - $440 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,035 - $2,487 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Stonington CT is $474 - $580. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$474 - $580 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$474 - $580 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Stonington CT is $310 - $378. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$310 - $378 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,967 - $2,404, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Stonington CT area is $1,368 - $1,672.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,967 - $2,404 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,368 - $1,672 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$599 - $732 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Stonington CT, you should budget approximately $15,993 - $19,547, which is about 46.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,993 - $19,547 |
46.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,518 - $3,078 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,901 - $5,990 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,797 - $8,307 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,778 - $2,173 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,047 - $3,724. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,047 - $3,724 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$659 - $805 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$305 - $373 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$821 - $1,003 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$593 - $725 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$375 - $459 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $883 - $1,079.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$883 - $1,079 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $193 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$407 - $497 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$194 - $238 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $670 - $818. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$670 - $818 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,144 - $1,398, which is about 3.3% 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 $680 - $832, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,824 - $2,230 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$680 - $832 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Stonington CT area is $304 - $372. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$304 - $372 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,026 - $1,254.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,026 - $1,254 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,026 - $1,254 |
3.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$488 - $596 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$488 - $596 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Stonington CT spend between $3,575 - $4,369 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Stonington CT with 125 guests spend between $3,137 - $3,835 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,575 - $4,369 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$437 - $535 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,137 - $3,835 |
9.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $738 - $902.
| Transportation Cost |
$738 - $902 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$738 - $902 |
2.2% |