For a wedding with 38 guests in the Alexandria VA, the estimated total cost is around $23,296 - $28,472. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Alexandria VA is approximately $681. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,296 - $28,472.
The average wedding cost in Alexandria VA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,296 - $28,472 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $277 - $339. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,637 - $2,001. This represents about 7.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,914 - $2,340 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,637 - $2,001 |
7.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Alexandria VA is $320 - $391. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $391 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,086 - $3,772, which is 13.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Alexandria VA area is $1,623 - $1,983.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,086 - $3,772 |
13.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,623 - $1,983 |
7.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,463 - $1,789 |
6.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Alexandria VA, you should budget approximately $5,240 - $6,404, which is about 22.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,240 - $6,404 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$649 - $793 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,129 - $5,047 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$462 - $564 |
2.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,767 - $3,381. This accounts for roughly 11.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,767 - $3,381 |
11.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$744 - $910 |
3.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $413 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,276 - $1,560 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$198 - $242 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$127 - $155 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $432 - $528.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$432 - $528 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$105 - $129 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $209 - $255. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$209 - $255 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Alexandria VA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,195 - $1,461.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,195 - $1,461 |
5.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
5.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
2.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
2.1% |
On average, couples in Alexandria VA spend between $7,354 - $8,988 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 31.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Alexandria VA with 38 guests spend between $4,903 - $5,993 on wedding photography, which is about 21.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,354 - $8,988 |
31.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
2.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$711 - $869 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,245 - $1,521 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,903 - $5,993 |
21.0% |