For a wedding with 175 guests in the Lafayette LA, the estimated total cost is around $30,670 - $37,486. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lafayette LA is approximately $195. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,670 - $37,486.
The average wedding cost in Lafayette LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,670 - $37,486 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $209 - $255. 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 $198 - $242.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,145 - $1,399. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,650 - $2,016 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,145 - $1,399 |
3.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in United States is $101 - $123. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,614 - $1,972, which is 5.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Lafayette LA typically budget around $1,614 - $1,972 which is 5.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,614 - $1,972 |
5.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,103 - $2,571. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,103 - $2,571 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$305 - $373 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$408 - $498 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$811 - $991 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$442 - $540 |
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 $1,030 - $1,258.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,030 - $1,258 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$500 - $611 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$329 - $402 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,096 - $1,340. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,096 - $1,340 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$302 - $370 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$144 - $176 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $731 - $893, which is about 2.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $432 - $528, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,163 - $1,421 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$731 - $893 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$432 - $528 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in United States spend between $2,079 - $2,541 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lafayette LA with 175 guests spend between $1,480 - $1,808 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,079 - $2,541 |
6.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,480 - $1,808 |
4.8% |
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$711 - $869 |
2.3% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$19,124 - $23,374 |
62.4% |