For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $34,474 - $42,134. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $306. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,474 - $42,134.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,474 - $42,134 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ellington CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $320 - $391. 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 $345 - $421.
In Ellington CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,884 - $2,302. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,696 - $3,295 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$345 - $421 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,884 - $2,302 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Ellington CT is $395 - $483. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Ellington CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$395 - $483 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Ellington CT is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,679 - $2,053, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ellington CT area is $1,164 - $1,422.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,679 - $2,053 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,164 - $1,422 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$516 - $630 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Ellington CT, you should budget approximately $14,365 - $17,557, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,365 - $17,557 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,173 - $2,655 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,189 - $5,119 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,458 - $7,893 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,546 - $1,890 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,521 - $3,081. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,521 - $3,081 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$523 - $639 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$681 - $833 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$496 - $606 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$317 - $387 |
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 $858 - $1,048.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$858 - $1,048 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $679 - $829. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$679 - $829 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,057 - $1,291, which is about 3.1% 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 $642 - $784, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,287 - $7,685 |
18.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,589 - $5,609 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,057 - $1,291 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$642 - $784 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Ellington CT area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $857 - $1,047.
| Other Events Cost |
$857 - $1,047 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$857 - $1,047 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Ellington CT spend between $3,090 - $3,776 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ellington CT with 125 guests spend between $2,645 - $3,233 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,090 - $3,776 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$445 - $543 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,645 - $3,233 |
7.7% |