For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $24,368 - $29,783. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $217. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,368 - $29,783.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,368 - $29,783 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $338 - $413. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $364 - $444.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,990 - $2,432. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,848 - $3,480 |
11.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $413 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$364 - $444 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
8.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Orleans LA is $417 - $509. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$417 - $509 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$417 - $509 |
1.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,402 - $1,714, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $971 - $1,187.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,402 - $1,714 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$971 - $1,187 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$431 - $527 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $14,503 - $17,725, which is about 59.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,503 - $17,725 |
59.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,581 - $3,155 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,975 - $6,081 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,325 - $6,509 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,621 - $1,981 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $897 - $1,097. This accounts for roughly 3.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$897 - $1,097 |
3.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$422 - $516 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$284 - $347 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $561 - $685.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$561 - $685 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$369 - $451 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $538 - $658. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$538 - $658 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$121 - $147 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,595 - $3,171 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 125 guests spend between $2,210 - $2,701 on wedding photography, which is about 9.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,595 - $3,171 |
10.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$385 - $471 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,210 - $2,701 |
9.1% |