For a wedding with 250 guests in the Old Lyme CT, the estimated total cost is around $50,903 - $62,215. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Old Lyme CT is approximately $226. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,903 - $62,215.
The average wedding cost in Old Lyme CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,903 - $62,215 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Old Lyme CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $356 - $436. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $397 - $485.
In Old Lyme CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,182 - $2,666. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,081 - $3,765 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,182 - $2,666 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Old Lyme CT is $940 - $1,148. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Old Lyme CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$940 - $1,148 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$940 - $1,148 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Old Lyme CT is $182 - $222. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,142 - $1,396, which is 2.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,142 - $1,396 |
2.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,142 - $1,396 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Old Lyme CT, you should budget approximately $34,235 - $41,843, which is about 67.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,235 - $41,843 |
67.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,455 - $6,667 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,594 - $12,948 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,737 - $18,011 |
29.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,450 - $4,216 |
6.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,032 - $4,928. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,032 - $4,928 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$807 - $987 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$698 - $853 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$743 - $909 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,322 - $1,616.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,322 - $1,616 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$495 - $605 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,065 - $1,301. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,065 - $1,301 |
2.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$470 - $574 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Old Lyme CT area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $976 - $1,192.
| Other Events Cost |
$976 - $1,192 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$976 - $1,192 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Old Lyme CT spend between $3,640 - $4,448 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Old Lyme CT with 250 guests spend between $3,640 - $4,448 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,640 - $4,448 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,640 - $4,448 |
7.2% |