For a wedding with 250 guests in the Shreveport LA, the estimated total cost is around $49,253 - $60,199. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Shreveport LA is approximately $219. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,253 - $60,199.
The average wedding cost in Shreveport LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,253 - $60,199 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chatham LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $194 - $238. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $216 - $264.
In Chatham LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,188 - $1,452. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,678 - $2,050 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Shreveport LA is $1,024 - $1,252. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Shreveport LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Shreveport LA is $150 - $184. 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 |
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,499 - $1,832, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Shreveport LA area is $774 - $946.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,499 - $1,832 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$774 - $946 |
1.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$725 - $886 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Shreveport LA, you should budget approximately $25,560 - $31,240, which is about 51.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,560 - $31,240 |
51.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,760 - $5,818 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,246 - $11,300 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,970 - $9,742 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,584 - $4,380 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,307 - $5,264. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,307 - $5,264 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$419 - $513 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$513 - $627 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,220 - $1,491 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$867 - $1,059 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,616 - $1,976.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,616 - $1,976 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$859 - $1,049 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$678 - $828 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,885 - $3,527. This is approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,885 - $3,527 |
5.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$485 - $593 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$462 - $564 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$644 - $787 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$455 - $556 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $629 - $769, which is about 1.3% 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 $378 - $462, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,007 - $1,231 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$629 - $769 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$378 - $462 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Shreveport LA area is $220 - $268. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $619 - $757.
| Other Events Cost |
$619 - $757 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$619 - $757 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Shreveport LA spend between $4,031 - $4,927 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Shreveport LA with 250 guests spend between $2,030 - $2,481 on wedding photography, which is about 4.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Shreveport LA is $1,735 - $2,121. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,031 - $4,927 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$266 - $326 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,030 - $2,481 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,735 - $2,121 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Shreveport LA is estimated to be $2,504 - $3,060. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,504 - $3,060 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,504 - $3,060 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,154 - $2,632.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
4.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,154 - $2,632 |
4.4% |