For a wedding with 175 guests in the Southern California, the estimated total cost is around $63,541 - $77,661. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Southern California is approximately $403. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,541 - $77,661.
The average wedding cost in Southern California is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,541 - $77,661 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Playa Vista CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $721 - $881. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $776 - $948.
In Playa Vista CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,293 - $5,247. This represents about 6.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,116 - $7,476 |
9.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$721 - $881 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$327 - $399 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$776 - $948 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,293 - $5,247 |
6.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Southern California is $737 - $901. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Southern California area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$737 - $901 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$737 - $901 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Southern California is $325 - $397. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$325 - $397 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,199 - $2,687, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Southern California area is $1,524 - $1,862.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,199 - $2,687 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$675 - $825 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Southern California, you should budget approximately $24,070 - $29,418, which is about 37.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,070 - $29,418 |
37.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,945 - $4,821 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,658 - $9,360 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,686 - $11,838 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,781 - $3,399 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,032 - $4,928. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,032 - $4,928 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$718 - $878 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$321 - $393 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$523 - $639 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$596 - $728 |
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 $1,377 - $1,683.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,377 - $1,683 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$635 - $777 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$347 - $424 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,240 - $1,516. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,240 - $1,516 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$323 - $395 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,192 - $2,680, which is about 3.5% 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 $1,321 - $1,615, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,099 - $16,009 |
20.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,585 - $11,715 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,192 - $2,680 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,321 - $1,615 |
2.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Southern California area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,106 - $1,352.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Southern California spend between $8,411 - $10,281 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Southern California with 175 guests spend between $4,443 - $5,431 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Southern California is $3,407 - $4,165. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,411 - $10,281 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$561 - $685 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,443 - $5,431 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,407 - $4,165 |
5.4% |