For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $35,078 - $42,874. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $312. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,078 - $42,874.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,078 - $42,874 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $308 - $376. 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 $331 - $405.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,811 - $2,213. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,592 - $3,168 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$308 - $376 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$331 - $405 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,811 - $2,213 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $465 - $569. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$465 - $569 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$465 - $569 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,377 - $2,905, which is 6.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,250 - $1,528.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,377 - $2,905 |
6.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,250 - $1,528 |
3.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,127 - $1,377 |
3.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $16,027 - $19,589, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,027 - $19,589 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,555 - $3,123 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,926 - $6,020 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,728 - $8,223 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,819 - $2,223 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,825 - $3,453. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,825 - $3,453 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$504 - $616 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$414 - $506 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$720 - $880 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$584 - $714 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $809 - $989.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$809 - $989 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$280 - $342 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $914 - $1,118. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$914 - $1,118 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$260 - $318 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,372 - $4,122 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $3,372 - $4,122 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,372 - $4,122 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,372 - $4,122 |
9.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $4,011 - $4,903. This service accounts for 11.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,011 - $4,903 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,011 - $4,903 |
11.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,182 - $1,444.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,182 - $1,444 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $633 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$664 - $812 |
1.9% |