For a wedding with 175 guests in the Laguna Beach CA, the estimated total cost is around $44,681 - $54,611. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Laguna Beach CA is approximately $284. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,681 - $54,611.
The average wedding cost in Laguna Beach CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,681 - $54,611 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fullerton CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $268 - $328. 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 $284 - $348.
In Fullerton CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,610 - $1,968. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,163 - $2,643 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $348 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,610 - $1,968 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Laguna Beach CA is $716 - $876. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Laguna Beach CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$716 - $876 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$716 - $876 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Laguna Beach CA is $223 - $273. 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 |
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,861 - $2,275, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Laguna Beach CA area is $1,301 - $1,590.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,861 - $2,275 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,301 - $1,590 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$561 - $685 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Laguna Beach CA, you should budget approximately $22,652 - $27,686, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,652 - $27,686 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,843 - $4,697 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,475 - $9,137 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,609 - $10,523 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,724 - $3,330 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,633 - $4,441. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,633 - $4,441 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$610 - $746 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$272 - $332 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$769 - $939 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$559 - $683 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $955 - $1,167.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$955 - $1,167 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$624 - $762 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $395 - $483. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$395 - $483 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$307 - $375 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Laguna Beach CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $996 - $1,218.
| Other Events Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$996 - $1,218 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$499 - $609 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Laguna Beach CA spend between $5,950 - $7,272 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Laguna Beach CA with 175 guests spend between $2,946 - $3,600 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Laguna Beach CA is $2,156 - $2,636. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,950 - $7,272 |
13.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$347 - $425 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$500 - $612 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,946 - $3,600 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,156 - $2,636 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Laguna Beach CA is estimated to be $4,329 - $5,291. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,329 - $5,291 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,329 - $5,291 |
9.7% |