For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $35,585 - $43,493. 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 $316. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,585 - $43,493.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,585 - $43,493 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $299 - $365.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,631 - $1,993. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,335 - $2,853 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$299 - $365 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,631 - $1,993 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $446 - $546. 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 |
$446 - $546 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $546 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $222 - $272. 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 |
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,376 - $5,348, which is 12.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,935 - $3,587 which is 8.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,376 - $5,348 |
12.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$475 - $581 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,935 - $3,587 |
8.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$966 - $1,180 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $14,816 - $18,108, which is about 41.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,816 - $18,108 |
41.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,466 - $3,014 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,754 - $5,810 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,841 - $7,139 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,755 - $2,145 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,515 - $3,073. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,515 - $3,073 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$436 - $532 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$611 - $747 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$560 - $684 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$358 - $438 |
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 $638 - $780.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$638 - $780 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $564 - $690. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$564 - $690 |
1.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $956 - $1,168, which is about 2.7% 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 $580 - $708, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,535 - $1,877 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$580 - $708 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $789 - $965.
| Other Events Cost |
$789 - $965 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$789 - $965 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,312 - $6,492 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,802 - $3,424 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $2,129 - $2,603. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,312 - $6,492 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,802 - $3,424 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,129 - $2,603 |
6.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,663 - $2,033. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,663 - $2,033 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
4.7% |