For a wedding with 125 guests in the Big Sur CA, the estimated total cost is around $57,659 - $70,473. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Big Sur CA is approximately $513. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,659 - $70,473.
The average wedding cost in Big Sur CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,659 - $70,473 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Oakland CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $347 - $424. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $373 - $455.
In Oakland CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,042 - $2,496. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,921 - $3,571 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$347 - $424 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,042 - $2,496 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Big Sur CA is $570 - $696. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Big Sur CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$570 - $696 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$570 - $696 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Big Sur CA is $299 - $365. 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 |
$299 - $365 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,372 - $9,010, which is 12.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Big Sur CA area is $1,450 - $1,772.
For a live band, couples in Big Sur CA typically budget around $3,971 - $4,853 which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,372 - $9,010 |
12.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,450 - $1,772 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$644 - $787 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,971 - $4,853 |
6.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,308 - $1,598 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Big Sur CA, you should budget approximately $18,536 - $22,655, which is about 32.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,536 - $22,655 |
32.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,935 - $3,587 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,658 - $6,916 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,853 - $9,599 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,089 - $2,553 |
3.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,419 - $4,179. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,419 - $4,179 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$659 - $805 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$387 - $473 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$904 - $1,104 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$714 - $872 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$456 - $558 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,058 - $1,293.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,058 - $1,293 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$475 - $581 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,275 - $1,559. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,275 - $1,559 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$165 - $201 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,103 - $1,349, 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 $670 - $818, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,373 - $9,011 |
12.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,791 - $5,855 |
8.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,103 - $1,349 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$670 - $818 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Big Sur CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,067 - $1,305.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,067 - $1,305 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$493 - $603 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$493 - $603 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Big Sur CA spend between $9,671 - $11,820 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Big Sur CA with 125 guests spend between $3,974 - $4,858 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Big Sur CA is $3,020 - $3,692. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,671 - $11,820 |
16.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$350 - $428 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$436 - $532 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$509 - $623 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,974 - $4,858 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,020 - $3,692 |
5.2% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,502 - $3,058 |
4.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,502 - $3,058 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $796 - $972.
| Transportation Cost |
$796 - $972 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$796 - $972 |
1.4% |