For a wedding with 38 guests in the Stamford CT, the estimated total cost is around $32,286 - $39,460. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Stamford CT is approximately $944. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,286 - $39,460.
The average wedding cost in Stamford CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,286 - $39,460 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Stamford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $315 - $385. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Stamford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,859 - $2,272. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,660 - $3,251 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$315 - $385 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
5.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Stamford CT is $141 - $173. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Stamford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Stamford CT is $272 - $332. 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 |
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,561 - $3,131, which is 7.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Stamford CT area is $1,775 - $2,169.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,561 - $3,131 |
7.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,775 - $2,169 |
5.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$787 - $961 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Stamford CT, you should budget approximately $7,178 - $8,773, which is about 22.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,178 - $8,773 |
22.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$748 - $914 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,442 - $1,762 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,455 - $5,445 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$533 - $651 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,509 - $3,067. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,509 - $3,067 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$738 - $902 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$335 - $409 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $483 - $591.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$483 - $591 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $237 - $289. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,068 - $1,306, which is about 3.3% 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 $649 - $793, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,358 - $7,770 |
19.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,640 - $5,672 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$649 - $793 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Stamford CT area is $311 - $381. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,307 - $1,597.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,307 - $1,597 |
4.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
4.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$497 - $607 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$497 - $607 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Stamford CT spend between $7,772 - $9,500 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Stamford CT with 38 guests spend between $4,034 - $4,930 on wedding photography, which is about 12.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Stamford CT is $3,065 - $3,747. This makes up a portion of your (9.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,772 - $9,500 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$673 - $823 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,034 - $4,930 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,065 - $3,747 |
9.5% |