For a wedding with 400 guests in the Des Plaines, the estimated total cost is around $61,650 - $75,350. 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 is approximately $171. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,650 - $75,350.
The average wedding cost in Des Plaines is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,650 - $75,350 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 $230 - $281. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $257 - $314.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,409 - $1,722. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,988 - $2,430 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,409 - $1,722 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Des Plaines is $1,682 - $2,056. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Plaines area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,682 - $2,056 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
2.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Plaines is $156 - $190. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Des Plaines, you should budget approximately $40,307 - $49,264, which is about 65.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$40,307 - $49,264 |
65.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$18,884 - $23,080 |
30.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,104 - $17,238 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,319 - $8,945 |
11.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,703 - $6,971. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,703 - $6,971 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$429 - $525 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$583 - $713 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,877 - $2,294 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,334 - $1,630 |
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 $2,342 - $2,862.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,342 - $2,862 |
3.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,549 - $1,893 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$793 - $969 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,790 - $2,188. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,790 - $2,188 |
2.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$752 - $919 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$391 - $477 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Des Plaines area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Plaines spend between $2,846 - $3,478 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Plaines with 400 guests spend between $2,449 - $2,993 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,846 - $3,478 |
4.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,449 - $2,993 |
4.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,593 - $5,613.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,593 - $5,613 |
7.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,149 - $5,071 |
6.7% |