For a wedding with 175 guests in the Alexandria VA, the estimated total cost is around $69,656 - $85,136. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Alexandria VA is approximately $442. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $69,656 - $85,136.
The average wedding cost in Alexandria VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $69,656 - $85,136 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $842 - $1,029. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $907 - $1,109.
In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,963 - $6,065. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,102 - $8,680 |
10.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$391 - $477 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$907 - $1,109 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,963 - $6,065 |
7.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Alexandria VA is $751 - $917. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Alexandria VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$751 - $917 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$751 - $917 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Alexandria VA is $280 - $342. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$280 - $342 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,876 - $9,626, which is 11.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Alexandria VA typically budget around $5,280 - $6,454 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,876 - $9,626 |
11.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,280 - $6,454 |
7.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,740 - $2,126 |
2.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Alexandria VA, you should budget approximately $31,858 - $38,938, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,858 - $38,938 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,097 - $5,007 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,898 - $9,654 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,946 - $20,712 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,917 - $3,565 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,344 - $5,310. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,344 - $5,310 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$769 - $939 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$549 - $671 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,136 - $1,388 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$601 - $735 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $664 - $812.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$664 - $812 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$664 - $812 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,399 - $1,709. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,399 - $1,709 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$232 - $284 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$346 - $422 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$227 - $277 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Alexandria VA spend between $7,718 - $9,433 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Alexandria VA with 175 guests spend between $4,385 - $5,359 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Alexandria VA is $3,333 - $4,073. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,718 - $9,433 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,385 - $5,359 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,333 - $4,073 |
4.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Alexandria VA is estimated to be $6,191 - $7,567. This service accounts for 8.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,191 - $7,567 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,191 - $7,567 |
8.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $995 - $1,217.
| Transportation Cost |
$995 - $1,217 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.4% |