For a wedding with 125 guests in the Carmel Valley CA, the estimated total cost is around $44,780 - $54,731. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel Valley CA is approximately $398. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,780 - $54,731.
The average wedding cost in Carmel Valley CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,780 - $54,731 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carmel Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $556 - $680. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $599 - $733.
In Carmel Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,280 - $4,008. This represents about 7.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,694 - $5,737 |
10.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$556 - $680 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$599 - $733 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,280 - $4,008 |
7.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Carmel Valley CA is $550 - $672. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carmel Valley CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$550 - $672 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$550 - $672 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carmel Valley CA is $312 - $382. 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 |
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,019 - $4,912, which is 9.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Carmel Valley CA typically budget around $4,019 - $4,912 which is 9.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,019 - $4,912 |
9.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,019 - $4,912 |
9.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Carmel Valley CA, you should budget approximately $20,548 - $25,114, which is about 45.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,548 - $25,114 |
45.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,963 - $3,621 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,712 - $6,982 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,764 - $11,934 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,109 - $2,577 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,064 - $2,522. This accounts for roughly 4.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,064 - $2,522 |
4.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$642 - $784 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$292 - $356 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$689 - $843 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$441 - $539 |
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 $691 - $845.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$691 - $845 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$480 - $586 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,162 - $1,420. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,162 - $1,420 |
2.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$327 - $399 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel Valley CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,080 - $1,320.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,080 - $1,320 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,080 - $1,320 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in Carmel Valley CA spend between $3,845 - $4,699 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel Valley CA with 125 guests spend between $3,335 - $4,077 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,845 - $4,699 |
8.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,335 - $4,077 |
7.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Carmel Valley CA is estimated to be $4,712 - $5,759. This service accounts for 10.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,712 - $5,759 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,712 - $5,759 |
10.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $796 - $972.
| Transportation Cost |
$796 - $972 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$796 - $972 |
1.8% |