For a wedding with 38 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $15,466 - $18,902. 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 $452. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $15,466 - $18,902.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $15,466 - $18,902 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 $209 - $255. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $220 - $268.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,266 - $1,548. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,793 - $2,191 |
11.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$220 - $268 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,266 - $1,548 |
8.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Plaines IL is $167 - $205. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$167 - $205 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.7% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,336 - $1,632. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,336 - $1,632 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$392 - $480 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$177 - $217 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$524 - $640 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$157 - $191 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$86 - $105 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $140 - $171.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$140 - $171 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$100 - $122 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$40 - $48 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $86 - $106. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$86 - $106 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$12 - $14 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$41 - $51 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,370 - $5,341 |
28.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$178 - $218 |
1.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$154 - $188 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,834 - $4,686 |
24.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$203 - $249 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Plaines IL spend between $3,078 - $3,762 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $1,837 - $2,245 on wedding photography, which is about 11.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,241 - $1,517. This makes up a portion of your (8.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,078 - $3,762 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,837 - $2,245 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
8.0% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$4,496 - $5,496 |
29.1% |