For a wedding with 38 guests in the Gulf Shores AL, the estimated total cost is around $27,882 - $34,078. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gulf Shores AL is approximately $815. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,882 - $34,078.
The average wedding cost in Gulf Shores AL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,882 - $34,078 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $378 - $462. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $407 - $497.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,223 - $2,717. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,182 - $3,890 |
11.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$378 - $462 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$407 - $497 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,223 - $2,717 |
8.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Gulf Shores AL is $155 - $189. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Gulf Shores AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Gulf Shores AL is $235 - $287. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,466 - $1,792, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Gulf Shores AL area is $1,016 - $1,242.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,466 - $1,792 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Gulf Shores AL, you should budget approximately $5,497 - $6,719, which is about 19.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,497 - $6,719 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$812 - $992 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,565 - $1,913 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,543 - $3,108 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$578 - $706 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,704 - $2,082. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,704 - $2,082 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$479 - $585 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$607 - $741 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$194 - $238 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $474 - $580.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$474 - $580 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $200 - $244. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$200 - $244 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,164 - $1,422, which is about 4.2% 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 $707 - $864, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,924 - $8,462 |
24.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,054 - $6,177 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,164 - $1,422 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$707 - $864 |
2.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Gulf Shores AL area is $236 - $288. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $748 - $914.
| Other Events Cost |
$748 - $914 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$748 - $914 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$377 - $461 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$377 - $461 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Gulf Shores AL spend between $3,211 - $3,925 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gulf Shores AL with 38 guests spend between $2,309 - $2,823 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,211 - $3,925 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$510 - $624 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,309 - $2,823 |
8.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Gulf Shores AL is estimated to be $3,261 - $3,985. This service accounts for 11.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,261 - $3,985 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,261 - $3,985 |
11.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $212 - $260.
| Transportation Cost |
$212 - $260 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$212 - $260 |
0.8% |