For a wedding with 15 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $23,567 - $28,804. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $1,746. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,567 - $28,804.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,567 - $28,804 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 $589 - $719. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $608 - $744.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,472 - $1,800 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$589 - $719 |
2.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$275 - $337 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$608 - $744 |
2.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Washington DC is $57 - $69. 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 |
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $3,271 - $3,997, which is about 13.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$3,271 - $3,997 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$306 - $374 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$586 - $716 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,379 - $2,907 |
10.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,466 - $3,014. This accounts for roughly 10.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,466 - $3,014 |
10.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$716 - $876 |
3.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$328 - $400 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,213 - $1,483 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $168 - $206. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$168 - $206 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,832 - $2,239, which is about 7.8% 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 $1,155 - $1,411, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,986 - $3,650 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,832 - $2,239 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,155 - $1,411 |
4.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $8,593 - $10,503 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 36.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 15 guests spend between $4,295 - $5,249 on wedding photography, which is about 18.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,280 - $4,008. That's about 13.9% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,593 - $10,503 |
36.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$489 - $597 |
2.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$530 - $648 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,295 - $5,249 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,280 - $4,008 |
13.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,732 - $3,340. This service accounts for 11.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,732 - $3,340 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,732 - $3,340 |
11.6% |
