For a wedding with 400 guests in the Des Plaines IL, the estimated total cost is around $62,688 - $76,618. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Plaines IL is approximately $174. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,688 - $76,618.
The average wedding cost in Des Plaines IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,688 - $76,618 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $220 - $268. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,211 - $1,480. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,430 - $1,748 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Plaines IL is $68 - $84. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,273 - $1,555, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Plaines IL area is $878 - $1,073.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,273 - $1,555 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$395 - $483 |
0.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,899 - $5,987. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,899 - $5,987 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$527 - $644 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,510 - $3,068 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
2.2% |
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 $2,373 - $2,901.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,373 - $2,901 |
3.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,735 - $2,121 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$638 - $780 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,094 - $2,560. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
3.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$182 - $222 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$657 - $803 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$368 - $450 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Plaines IL spend between $4,157 - $5,081 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Plaines IL with 400 guests spend between $2,279 - $2,785 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Plaines IL is $1,539 - $1,881. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,157 - $5,081 |
6.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$339 - $415 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,279 - $2,785 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,539 - $1,881 |
2.5% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$46,393 - $56,703 |
74.0% |