For a wedding with 400 guests in the Oak Lawn IL, the estimated total cost is around $88,911 - $108,669. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Oak Lawn IL is approximately $247. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $88,911 - $108,669.
The average wedding cost in Oak Lawn IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $88,911 - $108,669 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Oak Lawn IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $303. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $263 - $321.
In Oak Lawn IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,485 - $1,815. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,106 - $2,574 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$263 - $321 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,485 - $1,815 |
1.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Oak Lawn IL is $2,003 - $2,448. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Oak Lawn IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,003 - $2,448 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Oak Lawn IL is $251 - $307. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,786 - $2,182, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Oak Lawn IL area is $1,243 - $1,519.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,786 - $2,182 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$543 - $663 |
0.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Oak Lawn IL, you should budget approximately $56,484 - $69,036, which is about 63.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$56,484 - $69,036 |
63.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,064 - $13,522 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,526 - $26,310 |
24.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,083 - $19,657 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,811 - $9,547 |
8.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,946 - $8,490. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,946 - $8,490 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$570 - $696 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$769 - $939 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,508 - $3,066 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,586 - $1,938 |
1.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,809 - $3,433.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,809 - $3,433 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,788 - $2,186 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$800 - $978 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,863 - $3,499. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,863 - $3,499 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$452 - $552 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$212 - $259 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$745 - $911 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$428 - $523 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$401 - $490 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$304 - $372 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$322 - $394 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $828 - $1,012, which is about 0.9% 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 $493 - $603, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,968 - $6,072 |
5.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,647 - $4,457 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$828 - $1,012 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$493 - $603 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Oak Lawn IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $932 - $1,139.
| Other Events Cost |
$932 - $1,139 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$932 - $1,139 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Oak Lawn IL spend between $3,191 - $3,900 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Oak Lawn IL with 400 guests spend between $2,847 - $3,479 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,191 - $3,900 |
3.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,847 - $3,479 |
3.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,907 - $4,775.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,907 - $4,775 |
4.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,907 - $4,775 |
4.4% |