For a wedding with 38 guests in the Aruba, the estimated total cost is around $27,595 - $33,727. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Aruba is approximately $807. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,595 - $33,727.
The average wedding cost in Aruba is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,595 - $33,727 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Britain CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $245 - $299. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $260 - $318.
In New Britain CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,472 - $1,800. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,086 - $2,550 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$260 - $318 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,472 - $1,800 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Aruba is $131 - $161. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Aruba area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Aruba is $318 - $388. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$318 - $388 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,043 - $2,497, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aruba area is $1,427 - $1,745.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,043 - $2,497 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,427 - $1,745 |
5.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$616 - $752 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Aruba, you should budget approximately $5,844 - $7,142, which is about 21.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,844 - $7,142 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$662 - $809 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,287 - $1,573 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,426 - $4,188 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$469 - $573 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,622 - $3,204. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,622 - $3,204 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$912 - $1,114 |
3.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$407 - $497 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$875 - $1,069 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$201 - $245 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $420 - $514.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$420 - $514 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $227 - $277. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Aruba area is $308 - $376. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$308 - $376 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$308 - $376 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,092 - $1,334.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,092 - $1,334 |
4.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
4.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$496 - $606 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Aruba spend between $7,092 - $8,668 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aruba with 38 guests spend between $3,230 - $3,948 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Aruba is $2,365 - $2,891. This makes up a portion of your (8.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,092 - $8,668 |
25.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$346 - $422 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$498 - $608 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$653 - $799 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,230 - $3,948 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,365 - $2,891 |
8.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Aruba is estimated to be $4,748 - $5,803. This service accounts for 17.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,748 - $5,803 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,748 - $5,803 |
17.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $169 - $207.
| Transportation Cost |
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |