For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $41,778 - $51,062. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $371. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,778 - $51,062.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,778 - $51,062 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $352 - $430. 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 $380 - $464.
In Matthews NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,075 - $2,536. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,969 - $3,629 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$352 - $430 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$380 - $464 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,075 - $2,536 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charlotte NC is $476 - $582. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $243 - $297. 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 |
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,814 - $2,217, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,256 - $1,536.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,814 - $2,217 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$557 - $681 |
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 Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $16,655 - $20,357, which is about 39.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,655 - $20,357 |
39.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,680 - $3,276 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,166 - $6,314 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,902 - $8,436 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,907 - $2,331 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,689 - $3,287. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,689 - $3,287 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $579 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$319 - $389 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$702 - $858 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$599 - $732 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$383 - $468 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $929 - $1,135.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$929 - $1,135 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$434 - $530 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $788 - $963. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$788 - $963 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,229 - $1,503, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $745 - $911, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,309 - $8,933 |
17.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,334 - $6,520 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,229 - $1,503 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$745 - $911 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $925 - $1,131.
| Other Events Cost |
$925 - $1,131 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$925 - $1,131 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $3,704 - $4,527 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 125 guests spend between $3,323 - $4,061 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,704 - $4,527 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,323 - $4,061 |
8.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,949 - $2,383. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,949 - $2,383 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,949 - $2,383 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $679 - $829.
| Transportation Cost |
$679 - $829 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$679 - $829 |
1.6% |