For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Monica CA, the estimated total cost is around $46,372 - $56,676. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Monica CA is approximately $412. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,372 - $56,676.
The average wedding cost in Santa Monica CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,372 - $56,676 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $466 - $570. 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 $502 - $614.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,744 - $3,354. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,928 - $4,800 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$466 - $570 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$502 - $614 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,744 - $3,354 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Monica CA is $584 - $714. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Monica CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$584 - $714 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$584 - $714 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Monica CA is $338 - $413. 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 |
$338 - $413 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,051 - $8,617, which is 15.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Monica CA area is $1,686 - $2,060.
For a live band, couples in Santa Monica CA typically budget around $4,617 - $5,643 which is 10.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,051 - $8,617 |
15.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$748 - $914 |
1.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,617 - $5,643 |
10.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Santa Monica CA, you should budget approximately $22,419 - $27,401, which is about 48.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,419 - $27,401 |
48.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,020 - $3,692 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,823 - $7,117 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,426 - $13,965 |
24.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,150 - $2,628 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,064 - $2,522. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,064 - $2,522 |
4.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$764 - $934 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$347 - $425 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$482 - $590 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$470 - $574 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $490 - $598.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$490 - $598 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$490 - $598 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $139 - $169. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Santa Monica CA spend between $6,746 - $8,245 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Monica CA with 125 guests spend between $3,833 - $4,685 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Monica CA is $2,912 - $3,560. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,746 - $8,245 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,833 - $4,685 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,912 - $3,560 |
6.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Santa Monica CA is estimated to be $2,615 - $3,197. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,615 - $3,197 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,615 - $3,197 |
5.6% |