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Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison

Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End. Looking for a wedding budget breakdown? Wondering what an average wedding costs? Wanted to know more about how to find that sweet price that fits your budget and wedding vision? We got generic pricing to help you out.

Maybe you are wondering how you can save money on wedding costs. It’s always easier to “see” where you can save or adjust if prices are laid out as a comparison.

It is wild to think that wedding budgets can vary so much. But the truth of the matter is, it will vary because every wedding is different. No matter if you think you are planning a “similar” wedding to someone, the prices will still be surprisingly different because there are all different costs and preferences, and to add to that, availability will affect the pricing.

This goes without saying that this pricing guide is simply to show you possible pricing that you can expect when you are reaching out to wedding vendors and shopping online for your wedding needs. Most of the prices below are based on New York City area pricing. You can expect a plus or minus depending on where you are.

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If you haven’t, you can download our free wedding planning kit that includes a wedding budget breakdown sheet here:


In this guide, we have included pricing expectations both for the wedding ceremony and reception. For a more detailed reception breakdown of costs, this article will discuss further.

These approximate are based on a 150 guests wedding. We’ve also added some DIY options that can help you save money.

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Wedding Cost Breakdown Sample for Mid-end and Low-end Weddings:

Wedding Cost Breakdown - space and catering
Wedding Cost Breakdown - stationery
Wedding Cost Breakdown - decor flowers
Wedding Cost Breakdown
Wedding Cost Breakdown - services and add ons

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that this part of the article is best viewed using a desktop computer.


Here’s your wedding cost breakdown:

Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison
WEDDING ELEMENTDESCRIPTIONVENDORMID-END COSTLOW-END COSTMORE INFO
FASHION
Wedding DressMID-END: Lace Applique Mermaid Dress

LOW-END: Scalloped V-Neck Corded Lace Bodice A-Line Dress
David’s Bridal$1,329.00$200.00
Wedding Dress Alteration$500.00$500.00Find local vendor – Approximate price depends on the scope of work
Wedding ShoesMID-END: Loeffler Randall Camellia Heels

LOW-END: Satin Block Heel Crystal Embelished Shoes
MID-END: BHLDN

LOW-END: David’s Bridal
$395.00$80.00
Wedding EarringsMID-END: Karelia Earrings

LOW-END: Clayton Earrings
BHLDN$195.00$50.00
VeilMID-END: Cirque Veil

LOW-END: Fingertip Length Shimmer Tulle Veil
MID-END: BHLDN

LOW-END: David’s Bridal
$210.00$50.00
Wedding Hair & Make UpNew York Area Professionals (source)$250.00$150.00
Wedding Hair & Make Up TrialNew York Area Professionals (source)$150.00$85.00
Suits (Groom)TuxedoMID-END: Indochino

LOW-END: The Black Tux Rental
$529.00$150.00
Suits (Groom) Alteration$450.00Find local vendor – Approximate price depends on the scope of work
Groom’s shoesMID-END: Santoni Leather Penny Loafers

LOW-END: Durham Velvet Loafers
MID-END: Saks Fifth Avenue

LOW-END: Saks Off Fifth
$792.00$110.00
Wedding Cost Breakdown FASHION:MID-END: $4,800.00LOW-END: $1,375.00

EVENT SPACE + CATERING
WEDDING ELEMENTDESCRIPTIONVENDORMID-END COSTLOW-END COSTMORE INFO
Wedding Ceremony & Reception Rental Space (using in-house caterer)MID-END: Rental space + food ($125 pp) + Bar ($60 pp) = $185 for 150 guests (source)

LOW-END: Rental space for ceremony $1000 + Rental space reception $3000 + Dinner/meal at $85 pp for 150 guests + Basic bar at $50 for 150 guests
MID-END: 80th Fifth Avenue (source)

LOW-END: Average cost for local standard venue and catering with basic food choices
$27,750.00$17,500.00Price will depend on food and beverage choices
OPTIONAL: Wedding Appetizers (can be additional cost)MID-END: Average: $35 pp for 150 guests

LOW-END: Average: $20 pp for 150 guests
$5,250.00$3,000.00
Wedding OfficiantMID-END: Average: $300

LOW-END: Average: $200
$300.00$200.00
Wedding Cost Breakdown EVENT SPACE + CATERING:MID-END: $33,300.00LOW-END: $20,700.00

Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison
STATIONERY

The final price will depend on the design and other customization requests.

WEDDING ELEMENTDESCRIPTIONVENDORMID-END COSTLOW-END COSTMORE INFO
Wedding InvitationsMID-END: Branchlet Design: $2.26 each for 135 guests (assuming some of the 150 guests are couples and families)

LOW-END: Regular Leaf and flower design: $1.36 each for 150 pieces
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Vistaprint
$305.00$203.00
Menu CardsMID-END: Branchlet Design: $1.39 each for 150 guests

LOW-END: Regular leaf design at $1.50 each for 17 tables, only 2 per table (put the menu on a stand for guests to share) + stand for $3 each, 2 per 17 tables
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Vistaprint
$215.00$153.00
Thank you cardsMID END: Branchlet Design: $1.84 for 135 guests (assuming some of the 150 guests are couples and families)

LOW-END: Standard Thank You card $0.60 each for 150 pieces
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Vistaprint
$249.00$90.00
Gift tags for favorsMID-END: Branchlet Design: $0.36 each for 150 guests

LOW-END: Standard rectangular hang gift tag (can be customized) $0.19 each for 150 guests
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Vistaprint
$56.00$28.00
Wedding Seating ChartMID-END: Custom Minted Seating chart for $107 + Large standing easel for $77

LOW-END: Foam board sign for $40 + standing easel for $25
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Vistaprint
$184.00$65.00
Place cardsMID-END: Branchlet Design: $0.70 each for 150 guests

LOW-END: Standard place card at $0.08 each, 250 pieces
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Vistaprint
$108.00$20.00
Table NumberMID-END: Branchlet Design: $2.12 each for 17 tables

LOW-END: Style Me Pretty Gold Die Cut Wedding Table Numbers
MID-END: Minted

LOW-END: Michaels
$36.00$15.00
Wedding Cost Breakdown STATIONERY:MID-END: $1,153.00LOW-END: $574.00

Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison
DECOR & FLOWERS

The Bouqs offer interest free installment payments! These flowers still need to be set-up!

For the low-end flowers, you can order “regular” bouquets online and DIY the stem wrap for bouquets and order the rest as centerpieces for tables. Always call in ahead of time to ensure availability & approval.

Always add 20-30% padding for delivery and set-up. Whether you are setting it up or hiring someone to help you.

WEDDING ELEMENTDESCRIPTIONVENDORMID-END COSTLOW-END COSTMORE INFO
Brides BouquetMID-END: Lace Bridal Bouquet

LOW-END: Happy Together Deluxe
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Proflowers
$130.00$63.00
Bridesmaids Bouquet (5 bridesmaids)MID-END: Lace Bridesmaid Bouquet, at $110 each

LOW-END: Happy Together Standard, at $51 each
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Proflowers
$550.00$255.00
Boutonnieres (groom + 5 groomsmen)MID-END: Lace Boutonniere, at $20 each

LOW-END: Dried flowers, at $14 each
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Etsy
$120.00$84.00
Corsage 4 parents + 4 grandparentsMID-END: Lace Corsage, at $30 each

LOW-END: Silk Flowers, at $15 each
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Etsy
$240.00$120.00
Centerpiece – 17 tablesMID-END: Adore Centerpiece (17 tables at $90 each)

LOW-END: Rose Quartz Bouquet Deluxe ($66 each for 17 tables, call ahead if you are making a large order to ensure availability)
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Proflowers
$1,530.00$1,122.00These flowers still need to be set up. Ask your venue if they can assist you in setting these up at a cost.
Ceremony Arrangement, 2 piecesMID-END: Adore Ceremony Piece, at $125 each

LOW-END: Rose Quarts Premium, at $88 each
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Proflowers
$250.00$176.00These flowers still need to be set up. Ask your venue if they can assist you in setting these up at a cost.
Sweetheart or head table arrangement, 2 piecesMID-END: Adore Ceremony Piece, at $125 each

LOW-END: Rose Quarts Premium, at $88 each
MID-END: The Bouqs

LOW-END: Proflowers
$250.00$176.00These flowers still need to be set up. Ask your venue if they can assist you in setting these up at a cost.
Wedding Cost Breakdown DECOR + FLOWERS:MID-END: $3,070.00LOW-END: $1,996.00

WEDDING ELEMENTDESCRIPTIONVENDORMID-END COSTLOW-END COSTMORE INFO
SERVICES + ADD-ONS
Wedding Cake DesignMID-END: Butterfly Bakeshop: From $575 for 100 people (source)

LOW-END: Chocolate Cake, at $50 each (2), plus cake stands at (2) at $60 – Assuming you are not using your cake to serve but just for design, especially if you already have dessert included in the meal you served
MID-END: Wedding Cake from Butterfly Bakeshop

LOW-END: Online Orders from Magnolia Bakery
$575.00$220.00The approximate price depends on the design and scope of work
Wedding FavorsMID-END: TicTacs at $1.35 each for 155 guests

LOW-END: Single Mints, packaged with tag
MID-END: Walmart

LOW-END: Etsy
$210.00$60.00
Wedding Favor StickersMint to Be Tic Tac Stickers (168 pcs.)Etsy$50.00
Wedding DJDJ and Emcee (depends on the agreement) (source)TCM DJ Events$2,000.00$1,500.00The approximate price depends on how long the service is for and what is included
Ceremony MusiciansAverage Cost (starting price for 3 hours of guitarist/pianist and singer)$700.00$500.00
Wedding PhotographerAverage Cost (starting price for an 8-hour day)$3,000.00$2,000.00The approximate price depends on how long the service is for and what is included
Limo Rental/TransportationAverage Cost (2 pickups and 2 drop-offs)$1,200.00$900.00This depends on how many stops and how far the travel will be.
Wedding Day-of CoordinatorAverage Cost (starting prices)$2,500.00$1,800.00Depends on the scope of work and the number of hours
Wedding Cost Breakdown SERVICES + ADD-ONS:MID-END: $10,235.00LOW-END: $6,980.00

Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison

Wedding Cost Breakdown:

SUBTOTAL: MID-END:$52,558.00
SUBTOTAL: LOW-END:$31,625.00
with 20% added padding for unexpected expenses
GRAND TOTAL FOR MID-END:$63,069.60
GRAND TOTAL FOR LOW-END:$37,950.00

These are generic pricing and are to be used as a guide only; for informational purposes. These prices will vary and change depending on many variables. Please call or email vendors and services to inquire and get the most up-to-date pricing for the specific scope of work you are looking for.

There you are lovelies! Wedding Cost Breakdown: Wedding Cost Breakdown: Mid-End and Low-End Comparison!

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