For a wedding with 125 guests in the Metairie LA, the estimated total cost is around $31,500 - $38,500. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Metairie LA is approximately $280. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,500 - $38,500.
The average wedding cost in Metairie LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,500 - $38,500 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In La Place LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $252 - $308. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $272 - $332.
In La Place LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,488 - $1,818. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,129 - $2,602 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$272 - $332 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,488 - $1,818 |
4.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in La Place LA is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $464 - $567, which is 1.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$464 - $567 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $567 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Metairie LA, you should budget approximately $14,112 - $17,248, which is about 44.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,112 - $17,248 |
44.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,415 - $2,951 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,654 - $5,688 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,325 - $6,509 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,718 - $2,100 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,660 - $3,251. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,660 - $3,251 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$462 - $564 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$210 - $256 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$681 - $833 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$614 - $750 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $666 - $814. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$666 - $814 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $852 - $1,042, which is about 2.7% 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 $518 - $633, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,370 - $1,674 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$852 - $1,042 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$518 - $633 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $770 - $941.
| Other Events Cost |
$770 - $941 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$770 - $941 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Metairie LA spend between $4,897 - $5,985 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Metairie LA with 125 guests spend between $2,373 - $2,901 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Metairie LA is $1,804 - $2,204. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,897 - $5,985 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$385 - $471 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,373 - $2,901 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,804 - $2,204 |
5.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Metairie LA is estimated to be $3,353 - $4,098. This service accounts for 10.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,353 - $4,098 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,353 - $4,098 |
10.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $476 - $582.
| Transportation Cost |
$476 - $582 |
1.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$476 - $582 |
1.5% |