For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $41,164 - $50,312. 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 $366. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,164 - $50,312.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,164 - $50,312 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $381 - $465. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $404 - $494.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,283 - $2,791. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,068 - $3,750 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$404 - $494 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,283 - $2,791 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $456 - $558. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $188 - $230. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,169 - $2,651, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,516 - $1,852.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,169 - $2,651 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,516 - $1,852 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$653 - $799 |
1.6% |
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 $15,305 - $18,706, which is about 37.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,305 - $18,706 |
37.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,328 - $2,846 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,528 - $5,534 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,798 - $8,308 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,651 - $2,017 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,411 - $2,947. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,411 - $2,947 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$785 - $959 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$949 - $1,159 |
2.3% |
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 $670 - $818.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$670 - $818 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$378 - $462 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $412 - $504. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,257 - $1,537, which is about 3.1% 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 $748 - $914, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,132 - $9,939 |
19.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,531 - $6,760 |
13.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,257 - $1,537 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$748 - $914 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $305 - $373. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$305 - $373 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$305 - $373 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,161 - $1,419.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,161 - $1,419 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,161 - $1,419 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,396 - $7,818 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $3,431 - $4,193 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $2,512 - $3,070. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,396 - $7,818 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,431 - $4,193 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
6.1% |