For a wedding with 175 guests in the Essex CT, the estimated total cost is around $43,727 - $53,444. 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 $278. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,727 - $53,444.
The average wedding cost in Essex CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,727 - $53,444 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 $329 - $403. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $460 - $562.
In Ivoryton CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,527 - $3,089. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,452 - $4,219 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$460 - $562 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,527 - $3,089 |
5.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Essex CT is $573 - $701. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$573 - $701 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$573 - $701 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Essex CT is $282 - $344. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,182 - $1,444, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Essex CT area is $1,182 - $1,444.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,182 - $1,444 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
2.7% |
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 $24,603 - $30,071, which is about 56.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,603 - $30,071 |
56.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,396 - $4,150 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,593 - $8,059 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,551 - $15,340 |
28.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,064 - $2,522 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,106 - $3,796. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,106 - $3,796 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $633 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$583 - $713 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$687 - $839 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$639 - $781 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$455 - $556 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $495 - $605.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$495 - $605 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$495 - $605 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $764 - $934. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$764 - $934 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$338 - $414 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
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 $5,148 - $6,292 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Essex CT with 175 guests spend between $2,776 - $3,392 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Essex CT is $2,372 - $2,900. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,148 - $6,292 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,776 - $3,392 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,372 - $2,900 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Essex CT is estimated to be $3,826 - $4,676. This service accounts for 8.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,826 - $4,676 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,826 - $4,676 |
8.7% |