For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $33,755 - $41,257. 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 $300. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,755 - $41,257.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,755 - $41,257 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $160 - $196. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $170 - $208.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $960 - $1,174. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,363 - $1,665 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$960 - $1,174 |
2.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $500 - $612. 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 |
$500 - $612 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$500 - $612 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $177 - $217. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,698 - $2,076, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,187 - $1,451.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,698 - $2,076 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,187 - $1,451 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$511 - $625 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
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 $16,214 - $19,818, which is about 48.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,214 - $19,818 |
48.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,596 - $3,172 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,047 - $6,169 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,732 - $8,228 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,840 - $2,248 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,898 - $3,542. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,898 - $3,542 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$515 - $629 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$714 - $872 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$632 - $772 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$436 - $532 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $421 - $515.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$421 - $515 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$421 - $515 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $837 - $1,023. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$837 - $1,023 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $579 - $707, which is about 1.7% 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 $345 - $421, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$923 - $1,129 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$579 - $707 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$345 - $421 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $909 - $1,111.
| Other Events Cost |
$909 - $1,111 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$909 - $1,111 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,465 - $4,235 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $3,158 - $3,860 on wedding photography, which is about 9.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,465 - $4,235 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$307 - $375 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,158 - $3,860 |
9.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,947 - $4,825. This service accounts for 11.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,947 - $4,825 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,947 - $4,825 |
11.7% |