For a wedding with 127 guests in the Buffalo NY, the estimated total cost is around $45,005 - $55,006. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Buffalo NY is approximately $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,005 - $55,006.
The average wedding cost in Buffalo NY is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,005 - $55,006 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lake View NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $370 - $452. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $411 - $503.
In Lake View NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,264 - $2,767. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,196 - $3,906 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$411 - $503 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,264 - $2,767 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Buffalo NY is $559 - $683. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Buffalo NY area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$559 - $683 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$559 - $683 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Buffalo NY is $259 - $317. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$259 - $317 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,848 - $4,703, which is 8.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Buffalo NY typically budget around $3,361 - $4,107 which is 7.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,848 - $4,703 |
8.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$487 - $595 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,361 - $4,107 |
7.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Buffalo NY, you should budget approximately $15,240 - $18,626, which is about 33.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,240 - $18,626 |
33.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,509 - $3,067 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,873 - $5,955 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,969 - $7,295 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,889 - $2,309 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,878 - $3,518. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,878 - $3,518 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$498 - $608 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$620 - $758 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$624 - $762 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 127 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,087 - $1,329.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,087 - $1,329 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$221 - $271 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$453 - $553 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,152 - $1,408. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,152 - $1,408 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,103 - $1,348, 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 $663 - $811, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,622 - $8,094 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,856 - $5,936 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,103 - $1,348 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$663 - $811 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Buffalo NY area is $285 - $349. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$285 - $349 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$285 - $349 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $804 - $982.
| Other Events Cost |
$804 - $982 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$804 - $982 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$502 - $614 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Buffalo NY spend between $5,324 - $6,507 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Buffalo NY with 127 guests spend between $2,357 - $2,881 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Buffalo NY is $2,015 - $2,463. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,324 - $6,507 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$399 - $487 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$553 - $675 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,357 - $2,881 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,015 - $2,463 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Buffalo NY is estimated to be $3,249 - $3,971. This service accounts for 7.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,249 - $3,971 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,249 - $3,971 |
7.2% |