For a wedding with 125 guests in the Richmond VA, the estimated total cost is around $38,143 - $46,619. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Richmond VA is approximately $339. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,143 - $46,619.
The average wedding cost in Richmond VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,143 - $46,619 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $209 - $255. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $224 - $274.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,229 - $1,503. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,759 - $2,149 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,229 - $1,503 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Richmond VA is $472 - $576. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Richmond VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$472 - $576 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$472 - $576 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Richmond VA is $276 - $338. 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 |
$276 - $338 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,333 - $6,518, which is 14.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Richmond VA area is $1,275 - $1,559.
For a live band, couples in Richmond VA typically budget around $3,492 - $4,268 which is 9.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,333 - $6,518 |
14.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,275 - $1,559 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$565 - $691 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,492 - $4,268 |
9.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Richmond VA, you should budget approximately $17,340 - $21,194, which is about 45.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,340 - $21,194 |
45.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,515 - $3,073 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,847 - $5,924 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,189 - $10,009 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,790 - $2,188 |
4.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $738 - $902.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$738 - $902 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$407 - $497 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $993 - $1,213. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$993 - $1,213 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $715 - $873, which is about 1.9% 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 $433 - $529, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,774 - $5,834 |
12.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,102 - $3,792 |
8.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$715 - $873 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$433 - $529 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $940 - $1,148.
| Other Events Cost |
$940 - $1,148 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$940 - $1,148 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$418 - $510 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$418 - $510 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Richmond VA spend between $5,102 - $6,236 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Richmond VA with 125 guests spend between $2,899 - $3,543 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Richmond VA is $2,203 - $2,693. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,102 - $6,236 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,899 - $3,543 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,203 - $2,693 |
5.8% |