For a wedding with 125 guests in the Louisville KY, the estimated total cost is around $35,308 - $43,154. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Louisville KY is approximately $314. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,308 - $43,154.
The average wedding cost in Louisville KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,308 - $43,154 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $293 - $359.
In Louisville KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,656 - $2,024. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,349 - $2,871 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $359 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,656 - $2,024 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Louisville KY is $456 - $558. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Louisville KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$456 - $558 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$456 - $558 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Louisville KY is $211 - $257. 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 |
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,563 - $1,911, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Louisville KY area is $1,093 - $1,335.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,563 - $1,911 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$471 - $575 |
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 Louisville KY, you should budget approximately $16,838 - $20,580, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,838 - $20,580 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,383 - $2,913 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,635 - $5,665 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,130 - $9,936 |
23.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,690 - $2,066 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,555 - $3,123. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,555 - $3,123 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$461 - $563 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$305 - $373 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$652 - $796 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$576 - $704 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$356 - $436 |
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 $806 - $985.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$806 - $985 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $663 - $811. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$663 - $811 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
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 $931 - $1,137, which is about 2.6% 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 $554 - $677, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,581 - $6,821 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,097 - $5,007 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$931 - $1,137 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$554 - $677 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Louisville KY area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $836 - $1,022.
| Other Events Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$836 - $1,022 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$387 - $473 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Louisville KY spend between $2,822 - $3,450 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Louisville KY with 125 guests spend between $2,472 - $3,022 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,822 - $3,450 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$350 - $428 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,472 - $3,022 |
7.0% |