For a wedding with 75 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $14,675 - $17,936. 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 is approximately $217. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,675 - $17,936.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,675 - $17,936 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 $130 - $158. 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 $140 - $171.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $762 - $932. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,031 - $1,261 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$140 - $171 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$762 - $932 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in New Orleans is $238 - $290. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$238 - $290 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$238 - $290 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans is $227 - $277. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$227 - $277 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,094 - $2,560, which is 14.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $893 - $1,091.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
14.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$893 - $1,091 |
6.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$396 - $484 |
2.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$806 - $985 |
5.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in New Orleans, you should budget approximately $4,366 - $5,336, which is about 29.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,366 - $5,336 |
29.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,200 - $1,466 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,312 - $2,826 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$854 - $1,044 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,438 - $1,758. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,438 - $1,758 |
9.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$477 - $583 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$208 - $254 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$563 - $688 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$191 - $233 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $335 - $409.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$335 - $409 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$194 - $238 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$140 - $172 |
1.0% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $453 - $553, which is about 3.1% 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 $275 - $336, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$727 - $889 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$453 - $553 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$275 - $336 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,218 - $5,156 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 28.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 75 guests spend between $2,397 - $2,929 on wedding photography, which is about 16.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans is $1,822 - $2,226. This makes up a portion of your (12.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,218 - $5,156 |
28.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,397 - $2,929 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,822 - $2,226 |
12.4% |