For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lafayette LA, the estimated total cost is around $22,963 - $28,065. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lafayette LA is approximately $204. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,963 - $28,065.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,963 - $28,065 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $197 - $241. 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 $212 - $260.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,175 - $1,436. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,673 - $2,045 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$197 - $241 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$212 - $260 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,175 - $1,436 |
5.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,292 - $1,580, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lafayette LA area is $896 - $1,095.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,292 - $1,580 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$896 - $1,095 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$397 - $485 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lafayette LA, you should budget approximately $11,651 - $14,241, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,651 - $14,241 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,225 - $5,163 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,893 - $7,203 |
25.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,196 - $2,684. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,196 - $2,684 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$399 - $487 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$178 - $218 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$283 - $345 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$521 - $637 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$498 - $608 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$318 - $388 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $761 - $930.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$761 - $930 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$350 - $428 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$187 - $229 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $395 - $483. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $693 - $847, which is about 3.0% 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 $418 - $510, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,111 - $1,357 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$693 - $847 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$418 - $510 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lafayette LA area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $650 - $794.
| Other Events Cost |
$650 - $794 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$650 - $794 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$364 - $444 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$364 - $444 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Lafayette LA spend between $2,643 - $3,231 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette LA with 125 guests spend between $2,067 - $2,527 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,643 - $3,231 |
11.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$260 - $318 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$316 - $386 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,067 - $2,527 |
9.0% |