For a wedding with 75 guests in the Old Lyme CT, the estimated total cost is around $30,750 - $37,584. 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 $456. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,750 - $37,584.
The average wedding cost in Old Lyme CT is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,750 - $37,584 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Colchester CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $384 - $470. 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 $428 - $524.
In Colchester CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,349 - $2,871. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,318 - $4,056 |
10.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$384 - $470 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$428 - $524 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,349 - $2,871 |
7.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Old Lyme CT is $251 - $307. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Old Lyme CT is $284 - $348. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$284 - $348 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,631 - $1,993, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Old Lyme CT area is $1,098 - $1,342.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,631 - $1,993 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$533 - $651 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Old Lyme CT, you should budget approximately $10,509 - $12,845, which is about 34.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,509 - $12,845 |
34.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,068 - $2,528 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,575 - $8,036 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$802 - $980 |
2.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,228 - $2,723. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,228 - $2,723 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$595 - $727 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$259 - $317 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$721 - $881 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$280 - $342 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $634 - $774.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$634 - $774 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$217 - $265 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$193 - $235 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $421 - $515. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$421 - $515 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,109 - $1,355, which is about 3.6% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $667 - $815, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,657 - $8,137 |
21.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,882 - $5,966 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$667 - $815 |
2.2% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $879 - $1,075.
| Other Events Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$879 - $1,075 |
2.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Old Lyme CT spend between $3,138 - $3,836 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Old Lyme CT with 75 guests spend between $2,578 - $3,150 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,138 - $3,836 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$561 - $685 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,578 - $3,150 |
8.4% |