For a wedding with 125 guests in the Sarasota FL, the estimated total cost is around $36,034 - $44,042. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Sarasota FL is approximately $320. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,034 - $44,042.
The average wedding cost in Sarasota FL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,034 - $44,042 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sarasota FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $409 - $499. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $440 - $538.
In Sarasota FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,408 - $2,944. This represents about 6.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,446 - $4,212 |
9.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$440 - $538 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,408 - $2,944 |
6.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Sarasota FL is $484 - $592. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Sarasota FL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$484 - $592 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$484 - $592 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Sarasota FL is $248 - $303. 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 |
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,754 - $2,144, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Sarasota FL area is $1,215 - $1,485.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,754 - $2,144 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,215 - $1,485 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$539 - $659 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Sarasota FL, you should budget approximately $16,057 - $19,625, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,057 - $19,625 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,613 - $3,193 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,037 - $6,157 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,547 - $8,001 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,860 - $2,274 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,784 - $3,402. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,784 - $3,402 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $875 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$609 - $745 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $770 - $942.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$770 - $942 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$423 - $517 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $811 - $991. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$811 - $991 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $804 - $982, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$804 - $982 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$804 - $982 |
2.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $895 - $1,093.
| Other Events Cost |
$895 - $1,093 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$895 - $1,093 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Sarasota FL spend between $3,162 - $3,864 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Sarasota FL with 125 guests spend between $2,762 - $3,376 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,162 - $3,864 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,762 - $3,376 |
7.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Sarasota FL is estimated to be $3,900 - $4,766. This service accounts for 10.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,900 - $4,766 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,900 - $4,766 |
10.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $517 - $631.
| Transportation Cost |
$517 - $631 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$517 - $631 |
1.4% |