For a wedding with 125 guests in the Elgin IL, the estimated total cost is around $27,620 - $33,758. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Elgin IL is approximately $246. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,620 - $33,758.
The average wedding cost in Elgin IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,620 - $33,758 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lincolnwood IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $314 - $384. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $334 - $408.
In Lincolnwood IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,884 - $2,302. This represents about 6.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,672 - $3,266 |
9.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $172 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$334 - $408 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,884 - $2,302 |
6.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Elgin IL is $394 - $482. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Elgin IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$394 - $482 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$394 - $482 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Elgin IL is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,034 - $1,264, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Elgin IL area is $1,034 - $1,264.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,034 - $1,264 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
3.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Elgin IL, you should budget approximately $13,090 - $15,998, which is about 47.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,090 - $15,998 |
47.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,030 - $2,482 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,950 - $4,828 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,670 - $6,930 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,439 - $1,759 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,435 - $2,977. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,435 - $2,977 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$507 - $619 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$637 - $779 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$498 - $608 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$308 - $376 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $496 - $606.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$330 - $404 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$166 - $202 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $572 - $699. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$572 - $699 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Elgin IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $792 - $968.
| Other Events Cost |
$792 - $968 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$792 - $968 |
2.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Elgin IL spend between $5,240 - $6,404 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Elgin IL with 125 guests spend between $3,025 - $3,697 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Elgin IL is $2,215 - $2,707. This makes up a portion of your (8.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,240 - $6,404 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,025 - $3,697 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,215 - $2,707 |
8.0% |