For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $52,232 - $63,840. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $464. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,232 - $63,840.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,232 - $63,840 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $575 - $703. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $618 - $756.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,421 - $4,181. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,874 - $5,958 |
9.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$575 - $703 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$618 - $756 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,421 - $4,181 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $520 - $636. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$520 - $636 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$520 - $636 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $288 - $352. 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 |
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,685 - $5,726, which is 9.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,998 - $2,442.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,685 - $5,726 |
9.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,998 - $2,442 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$885 - $1,081 |
1.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,802 - $2,202 |
3.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $19,648 - $24,014, which is about 37.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,648 - $24,014 |
37.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,704 - $3,304 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,249 - $6,415 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,790 - $11,966 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,905 - $2,329 |
3.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,941 - $4,817. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,941 - $4,817 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$392 - $479 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$657 - $803 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$419 - $513 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $225 - $275.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$225 - $275 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $633 - $773. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$633 - $773 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,797 - $2,197, which is about 3.4% 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 $1,084 - $1,324, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,881 - $3,521 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,797 - $2,197 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $8,151 - $9,963 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $4,614 - $5,640 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,537 - $4,323. This makes up a portion of your (6.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,151 - $9,963 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,614 - $5,640 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,537 - $4,323 |
6.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington DC is estimated to be $6,386 - $7,806. This service accounts for 12.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,386 - $7,806 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,386 - $7,806 |
12.2% |