For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $24,815 - $30,329. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $221. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,815 - $30,329.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,815 - $30,329 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $185 - $226. 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 $175 - $213.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,012 - $1,236. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$175 - $213 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
4.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $69 - $85. 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 |
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $814 - $994, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $814 - $994.
| Entertainment Cost |
$814 - $994 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$814 - $994 |
3.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,976 - $2,416. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,976 - $2,416 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$351 - $429 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$158 - $193 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$511 - $625 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$619 - $757 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$338 - $413 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $665 - $813.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$665 - $813 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$379 - $463 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$286 - $350 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $826 - $1,010. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$826 - $1,010 |
3.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$117 - $143 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $2,124 - $2,596 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 125 guests spend between $1,763 - $2,155 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,124 - $2,596 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$361 - $441 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,763 - $2,155 |
7.1% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Full Service in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $3,015 - $3,685. This service accounts for 12.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$3,015 - $3,685 |
12.2% |
|
Full Service
|
$3,015 - $3,685 |
12.2% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$13,868 - $16,950 |
55.9% |