For a wedding with 175 guests in the Lake Charles , the estimated total cost is around $36,690 - $44,844. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lake Charles is approximately $233. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,690 - $44,844.
The average wedding cost in Lake Charles is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,690 - $44,844 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lake Charles LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $202 - $246. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $217 - $265.
In Lake Charles LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,203 - $1,471. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,714 - $2,094 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Lake Charles is $638 - $780. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lake Charles area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$638 - $780 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$638 - $780 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lake Charles is $233 - $285. 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 |
$233 - $285 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,469 - $1,795, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lake Charles area is $1,018 - $1,244.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,469 - $1,795 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$451 - $551 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Lake Charles , you should budget approximately $18,823 - $23,005, which is about 51.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,823 - $23,005 |
51.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,425 - $4,187 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,651 - $8,129 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,332 - $7,739 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,415 - $2,951 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,127 - $3,821. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,127 - $3,821 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$492 - $602 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$473 - $578 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$620 - $758 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$806 - $986 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$515 - $629 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $957 - $1,169.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$957 - $1,169 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$552 - $674 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$313 - $383 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $585 - $715. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$585 - $715 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $700 - $856, which is about 1.9% 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 $422 - $516, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,185 - $5,115 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,063 - $3,743 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$700 - $856 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$422 - $516 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $739 - $903.
| Other Events Cost |
$739 - $903 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$739 - $903 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$369 - $451 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$369 - $451 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Lake Charles spend between $3,382 - $4,134 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lake Charles with 175 guests spend between $2,690 - $3,288 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,382 - $4,134 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$306 - $374 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$386 - $472 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,690 - $3,288 |
7.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $471 - $575.
| Transportation Cost |
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |