For a wedding with 125 guests in the Southport NC, the estimated total cost is around $32,471 - $39,687. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Southport NC is approximately $289. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,471 - $39,687.
The average wedding cost in Southport NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,471 - $39,687 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wilmington NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $228 - $278. 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 $253 - $309.
In Wilmington NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,392 - $1,702. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,967 - $2,404 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,392 - $1,702 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Southport NC is $461 - $563. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Southport NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$461 - $563 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$461 - $563 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Southport NC is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,413 - $5,393, which is 13.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Southport NC typically budget around $3,097 - $3,785 which is 9.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,413 - $5,393 |
13.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$449 - $549 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,097 - $3,785 |
9.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$867 - $1,059 |
2.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Southport NC, you should budget approximately $8,121 - $9,925, which is about 25.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,121 - $9,925 |
25.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,198 - $2,686 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,269 - $5,217 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,654 - $2,022 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,282 - $2,789. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,282 - $2,789 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$393 - $481 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$528 - $646 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$515 - $629 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$365 - $447 |
1.1% |
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 $485 - $593.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$485 - $593 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$396 - $484 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $755 - $923. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$755 - $923 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $781 - $955, which is about 2.4% 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 $470 - $574, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,692 - $5,734 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,441 - $4,205 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$781 - $955 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$470 - $574 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Southport NC area is $233 - $285. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $741 - $905.
| Other Events Cost |
$741 - $905 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$741 - $905 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $501 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Southport NC spend between $4,701 - $5,745 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Southport NC with 125 guests spend between $2,172 - $2,654 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Southport NC is $1,857 - $2,269. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,701 - $5,745 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$379 - $463 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,172 - $2,654 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,857 - $2,269 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Southport NC is estimated to be $2,993 - $3,659. This service accounts for 9.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,993 - $3,659 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,993 - $3,659 |
9.2% |