For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lexington KY, the estimated total cost is around $45,586 - $55,716. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lexington KY is approximately $405. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,586 - $55,716.
The average wedding cost in Lexington KY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,586 - $55,716 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lexington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $272 - $332. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $293 - $359.
In Lexington KY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,606 - $1,962. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,298 - $2,808 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$272 - $332 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $359 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,606 - $1,962 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lexington KY is $463 - $565. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lexington KY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$463 - $565 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lexington KY is $241 - $295. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,833 - $5,907, which is 10.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lexington KY area is $1,156 - $1,412.
For a live band, couples in Lexington KY typically budget around $3,164 - $3,868 which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,833 - $5,907 |
10.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,156 - $1,412 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$513 - $627 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,164 - $3,868 |
6.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lexington KY, you should budget approximately $16,565 - $20,247, which is about 36.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,565 - $20,247 |
36.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,534 - $3,098 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,886 - $5,972 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,340 - $8,972 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,805 - $2,206 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,633 - $3,218. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,633 - $3,218 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$311 - $380 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$666 - $814 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$581 - $710 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$371 - $453 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $869 - $1,063.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$869 - $1,063 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $775 - $947. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$775 - $947 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $926 - $1,132, which is about 2.0% 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 $563 - $688, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,715 - $6,985 |
12.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,020 - $4,914 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$926 - $1,132 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$563 - $688 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lexington KY area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $851 - $1,040.
| Other Events Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Lexington KY spend between $5,357 - $6,547 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lexington KY with 125 guests spend between $2,627 - $3,211 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lexington KY is $1,996 - $2,440. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,357 - $6,547 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$340 - $416 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$393 - $481 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,627 - $3,211 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,996 - $2,440 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Lexington KY is estimated to be $3,710 - $4,534. This service accounts for 8.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,710 - $4,534 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,710 - $4,534 |
8.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $658 - $804.
| Transportation Cost |
$658 - $804 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$658 - $804 |
1.4% |