For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,341 - $46,861. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $341. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,341 - $46,861.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,341 - $46,861 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $460 - $562. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $496 - $606.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,713 - $3,315. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,881 - $4,743 |
10.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$460 - $562 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$496 - $606 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,713 - $3,315 |
7.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $431 - $527. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$431 - $527 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $92 - $112. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,244 - $1,520, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,244 - $1,520.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,244 - $1,520 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,244 - $1,520 |
3.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $16,887 - $20,639, which is about 44.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,887 - $20,639 |
44.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,337 - $2,857 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,506 - $5,508 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,379 - $10,241 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,664 - $2,034 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,701 - $3,301. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,701 - $3,301 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$538 - $658 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$731 - $893 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$541 - $661 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$346 - $422 |
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 $583 - $713.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$583 - $713 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$379 - $463 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $440 - $538. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,487 - $1,817, which is about 3.9% 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 $902 - $1,102, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,842 - $10,806 |
23.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,453 - $7,887 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,487 - $1,817 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$902 - $1,102 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,241 - $3,961 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,828 - $3,456 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,241 - $3,961 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$413 - $505 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,828 - $3,456 |
7.4% |