For a wedding with 175 guests in the West Hartford CT, the estimated total cost is around $44,551 - $54,451. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in West Hartford CT is approximately $283. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,551 - $54,451.
The average wedding cost in West Hartford CT is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,551 - $54,451 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In West Hartford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $401 - $491. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $447 - $547.
In West Hartford CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,457 - $3,003. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,469 - $4,239 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$401 - $491 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$447 - $547 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,457 - $3,003 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in West Hartford CT is $645 - $789. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the West Hartford CT area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$645 - $789 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$645 - $789 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in West Hartford CT is $319 - $389. 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 |
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,832 - $2,240, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the West Hartford CT area is $1,233 - $1,507.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,832 - $2,240 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$599 - $733 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in West Hartford CT, you should budget approximately $18,695 - $22,849, which is about 42.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,695 - $22,849 |
42.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,966 - $3,625 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,758 - $7,038 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,739 - $9,459 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,232 - $2,728 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,349 - $4,093. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,349 - $4,093 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$631 - $771 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$452 - $552 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$761 - $930 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$719 - $879 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$512 - $626 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,154 - $1,410.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$221 - $271 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$536 - $655 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,106 - $1,352. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,106 - $1,352 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,243 - $1,519, which is about 2.8% 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 $748 - $914, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,991 - $2,433 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$748 - $914 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the West Hartford CT area is $296 - $362. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $987 - $1,207.
| Other Events Cost |
$987 - $1,207 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$987 - $1,207 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$520 - $636 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$520 - $636 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in West Hartford CT spend between $6,650 - $8,128 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in West Hartford CT with 175 guests spend between $2,895 - $3,539 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in West Hartford CT is $2,475 - $3,025. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,650 - $8,128 |
14.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$398 - $486 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$573 - $701 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,895 - $3,539 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,475 - $3,025 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in West Hartford CT is estimated to be $2,313 - $2,827. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,313 - $2,827 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,313 - $2,827 |
5.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,225 - $1,497.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,225 - $1,497 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,225 - $1,497 |
2.7% |