For a wedding with 75 guests in the Old Lyme CT, the estimated total cost is around $29,820 - $36,446. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Old Lyme CT is approximately $442. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,820 - $36,446.
The average wedding cost in Old Lyme CT is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,820 - $36,446 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Hamden CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $283 - $345. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $315 - $385.
In Hamden CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,728 - $2,112. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,441 - $2,983 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$283 - $345 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$315 - $385 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,728 - $2,112 |
5.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Old Lyme CT is $274 - $334. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Old Lyme CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Old Lyme CT is $264 - $322. 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 |
$264 - $322 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,362 - $5,332, which is 14.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Old Lyme CT typically budget around $3,408 - $4,166 which is 11.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,362 - $5,332 |
14.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,408 - $4,166 |
11.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$954 - $1,166 |
3.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Old Lyme CT, you should budget approximately $10,954 - $13,388, which is about 36.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,954 - $13,388 |
36.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,238 - $1,514 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,406 - $2,940 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,575 - $8,036 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$735 - $899 |
2.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,032 - $2,484. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,032 - $2,484 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$533 - $651 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$231 - $283 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$657 - $803 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$254 - $310 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$180 - $220 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $482 - $589.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$482 - $589 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$196 - $240 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$176 - $216 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $429 - $525. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $869 - $1,062, which is about 2.9% 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 HIM) is estimated at $522 - $638, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,391 - $1,700 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$869 - $1,062 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$522 - $638 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Old Lyme CT area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Old Lyme CT spend between $4,993 - $6,103 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Old Lyme CT with 75 guests spend between $2,390 - $2,921 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Old Lyme CT is $2,043 - $2,497. This makes up a portion of your (6.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,993 - $6,103 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$561 - $685 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,390 - $2,921 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,043 - $2,497 |
6.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Old Lyme CT is estimated to be $1,909 - $2,333. This service accounts for 6.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,909 - $2,333 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,909 - $2,333 |
6.4% |