For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $10,219 - $12,489. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $299. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $10,219 - $12,489.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $10,219 - $12,489 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,241 - $1,517. This represents about 12.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,241 - $1,517 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
12.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $104 - $128. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$104 - $128 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$64 - $78 |
0.6% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $50 |
0.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $740 - $904. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$740 - $904 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$344 - $420 |
3.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$156 - $190 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$156 - $190 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$85 - $103 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $197 - $241.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$197 - $241 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$90 - $110 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $135 - $165. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$135 - $165 |
1.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $795 - $971, which is about 7.8% 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 $470 - $574, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,265 - $1,546 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$795 - $971 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$470 - $574 |
4.6% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $1,720 - $2,102 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 38 guests spend between $1,355 - $1,657 on wedding photography, which is about 13.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,720 - $2,102 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$365 - $446 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,355 - $1,657 |
13.3% |
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$688 - $840 |
6.7% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$4,129 - $5,047 |
40.4% |