For a wedding with 400 guests in the Charleston IL, the estimated total cost is around $52,044 - $63,610. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston IL is approximately $145. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,044 - $63,610.
The average wedding cost in Charleston IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,044 - $63,610 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charleston IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $156 - $190. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $149 - $182.
In Charleston IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $857 - $1,047. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,235 - $1,509 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston IL is $140 - $171. 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 |
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $627 - $767, which is 1.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston IL area is $627 - $767.
| Entertainment Cost |
$627 - $767 |
1.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$627 - $767 |
1.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,558 - $5,570. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,558 - $5,570 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$281 - $343 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$385 - $471 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,435 - $2,977 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,329 - $1,625 |
2.6% |
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 $2,795 - $3,416.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,795 - $3,416 |
5.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,668 - $2,038 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,127 - $1,377 |
2.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,457 - $3,003. This is approximately 4.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,457 - $3,003 |
4.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,072 - $1,310 |
2.1% |
|
Postage
|
$658 - $804 |
1.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$432 - $528 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston IL spend between $1,345 - $1,643 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston IL with 400 guests spend between $1,345 - $1,643 on wedding photography, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,345 - $1,643 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,345 - $1,643 |
2.6% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$38,889 - $47,531 |
74.7% |