For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $28,895 - $35,316. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $257. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,895 - $35,316.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,895 - $35,316 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $301 - $367. 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 $323 - $395.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,771 - $2,165. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,534 - $3,097 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$323 - $395 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,771 - $2,165 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $445 - $543. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$445 - $543 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$445 - $543 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $165 - $201. 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 |
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,520 - $1,858, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,053 - $1,287.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,520 - $1,858 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$467 - $571 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $14,692 - $17,956, which is about 50.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,692 - $17,956 |
50.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,432 - $2,972 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,688 - $5,730 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,841 - $7,139 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,731 - $2,115 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,453 - $2,999. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,453 - $2,999 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$197 - $241 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$608 - $744 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$558 - $682 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$356 - $436 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $599 - $732.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$599 - $732 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$394 - $482 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $662 - $809. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$662 - $809 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,004 - $1,227, which is about 3.5% 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 $608 - $744, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,612 - $1,970 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$608 - $744 |
2.1% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,215 - $5,151 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,395 - $2,927 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,820 - $2,224. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,215 - $5,151 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,395 - $2,927 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,820 - $2,224 |
6.3% |