For a wedding with 125 guests in the Waterford CT, the estimated total cost is around $44,042 - $53,830. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waterford CT is approximately $391. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,042 - $53,830.
The average wedding cost in Waterford CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,042 - $53,830 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Waterford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $402 - $492. 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 $434 - $530.
In Waterford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,399 - $2,932. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,416 - $4,176 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$434 - $530 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,399 - $2,932 |
5.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waterford CT is $311 - $380. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$311 - $380 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,628 - $1,990, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waterford CT area is $1,628 - $1,990.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,628 - $1,990 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,628 - $1,990 |
3.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Waterford CT, you should budget approximately $19,204 - $23,472, which is about 43.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,204 - $23,472 |
43.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,960 - $3,618 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,747 - $7,024 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,411 - $10,281 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,086 - $2,550 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,310 - $1,602. This accounts for roughly 3.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,310 - $1,602 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$971 - $1,187 |
2.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $651 - $795.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$651 - $795 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$477 - $583 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $545 - $666. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$545 - $666 |
1.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,340 - $1,638, which is about 3.0% 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 $807 - $987, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,006 - $9,786 |
18.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,859 - $7,161 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,340 - $1,638 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$807 - $987 |
1.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,181 - $1,443.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Waterford CT spend between $4,580 - $5,598 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waterford CT with 125 guests spend between $4,580 - $5,598 on wedding photography, which is about 10.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,580 - $5,598 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,580 - $5,598 |
10.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Waterford CT is estimated to be $2,489 - $3,042. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,489 - $3,042 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,489 - $3,042 |
5.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $722 - $882.
| Transportation Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$722 - $882 |
1.6% |