For a wedding with 125 guests in the Mechanicsville VA, the estimated total cost is around $39,212 - $47,926. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mechanicsville VA is approximately $349. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,212 - $47,926.
The average wedding cost in Mechanicsville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,212 - $47,926 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $204 - $250. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $220 - $268.
In Richmond VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,219 - $1,489. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,735 - $2,121 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Mechanicsville VA is $428 - $523. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mechanicsville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$428 - $523 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$428 - $523 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mechanicsville VA is $250 - $306. 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 |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,799 - $2,199, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mechanicsville VA area is $1,247 - $1,525.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,799 - $2,199 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,247 - $1,525 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$552 - $674 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Mechanicsville VA, you should budget approximately $15,366 - $18,780, which is about 39.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,366 - $18,780 |
39.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,338 - $2,858 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,540 - $5,548 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,839 - $8,359 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,649 - $2,015 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,680 - $3,276. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,680 - $3,276 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$525 - $641 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$738 - $902 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$541 - $661 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$345 - $421 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $810 - $990.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$810 - $990 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$376 - $460 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $762 - $932. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$762 - $932 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $717 - $877, which is about 1.8% 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 $432 - $528, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,282 - $5,234 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,133 - $3,829 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$717 - $877 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$432 - $528 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mechanicsville VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $905 - $1,106.
| Other Events Cost |
$905 - $1,106 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$905 - $1,106 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Mechanicsville VA spend between $6,976 - $8,526 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mechanicsville VA with 125 guests spend between $3,510 - $4,290 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mechanicsville VA is $2,692 - $3,290. This makes up a portion of your (6.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,976 - $8,526 |
17.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$437 - $535 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,510 - $4,290 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
6.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Mechanicsville VA is estimated to be $1,905 - $2,329. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,905 - $2,329 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,905 - $2,329 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $634 - $774.
| Transportation Cost |
$634 - $774 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$634 - $774 |
1.6% |