For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lafayette CO, the estimated total cost is around $40,804 - $49,872. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lafayette CO is approximately $181. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,804 - $49,872.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette CO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,804 - $49,872 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lafayette CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $252 - $308. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $281 - $343.
In Lafayette CO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,543 - $1,885. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,178 - $2,662 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,543 - $1,885 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Lafayette CO is $807 - $987. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lafayette CO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$807 - $987 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$807 - $987 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lafayette CO is $256 - $312. 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 |
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,408 - $1,720, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lafayette CO area is $948 - $1,158.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,408 - $1,720 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$948 - $1,158 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$460 - $562 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Lafayette CO, you should budget approximately $27,844 - $34,032, which is about 68.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,844 - $34,032 |
68.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,616 - $5,642 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,961 - $10,953 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,379 - $13,907 |
27.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,888 - $3,530 |
7.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,965 - $4,846. This accounts for roughly 9.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,965 - $4,846 |
9.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$604 - $738 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$594 - $726 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$701 - $857 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,054 - $1,288 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$750 - $916 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,056 - $1,290.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,056 - $1,290 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$692 - $846 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $801 - $979. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$801 - $979 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$346 - $422 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lafayette CO area is $266 - $325. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Lafayette CO spend between $2,225 - $2,719 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette CO with 250 guests spend between $2,225 - $2,719 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,225 - $2,719 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,225 - $2,719 |
5.5% |