For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $25,993 - $31,769. 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 is approximately $165. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,993 - $31,769.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,993 - $31,769 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Gretna LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $191 - $233. 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 $198 - $242.
In Gretna LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,140 - $1,394. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,618 - $1,978 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$198 - $242 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
4.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Gretna LA is $111 - $135. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,865 - $3,501, which is 11.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $860 - $1,051.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans typically budget around $2,005 - $2,451 which is 7.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,865 - $3,501 |
11.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$860 - $1,051 |
3.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
7.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,210 - $2,701. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,210 - $2,701 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$336 - $410 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$151 - $185 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$432 - $528 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$835 - $1,021 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$455 - $557 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 175 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 |
2.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$518 - $634 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $248 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $427 - $521. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$427 - $521 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Gretna LA spend between $1,929 - $2,357 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 175 guests spend between $1,580 - $1,931 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,929 - $2,357 |
7.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$349 - $427 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,580 - $1,931 |
6.1% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$16,114 - $19,694 |
62.0% |