For a wedding with 175 guests in the Essex CT, the estimated total cost is around $41,119 - $50,257. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Essex CT is approximately $261. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,119 - $50,257.
The average wedding cost in Essex CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,119 - $50,257 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ivoryton CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $369 - $451. 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 $504 - $616.
In Ivoryton CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,768 - $3,384. This represents about 6.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,793 - $4,635 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$369 - $451 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$504 - $616 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,768 - $3,384 |
6.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Essex CT is $627 - $767. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Essex CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$627 - $767 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$627 - $767 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Essex CT is $184 - $224. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,313 - $1,605, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Essex CT area is $1,313 - $1,605.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,313 - $1,605 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,313 - $1,605 |
3.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Essex CT, you should budget approximately $21,803 - $26,648, which is about 53.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,803 - $26,648 |
53.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,761 - $7,041 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,809 - $16,877 |
33.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,233 - $2,729 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,025 - $4,919. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,025 - $4,919 |
9.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$715 - $873 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $381 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$638 - $780 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$945 - $1,155 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$827 - $1,011 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$589 - $719 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $925 - $1,131.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$925 - $1,131 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$536 - $655 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$390 - $476 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $822 - $1,004. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$822 - $1,004 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$370 - $452 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Essex CT area is $296 - $362. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Essex CT spend between $3,083 - $3,768 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Essex CT with 175 guests spend between $3,083 - $3,768 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,083 - $3,768 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,083 - $3,768 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Essex CT is estimated to be $4,250 - $5,194. This service accounts for 10.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,250 - $5,194 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,250 - $5,194 |
10.3% |