For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $38,004 - $46,450. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $338. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,004 - $46,450.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,004 - $46,450 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $245 - $299.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,410 - $1,724. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
3.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,979 - $6,085, which is 13.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Washington DC typically budget around $3,302 - $4,036 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,979 - $6,085 |
13.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
8.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
3.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,163 - $2,643. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,163 - $2,643 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $600 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$671 - $820 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$506 - $618 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$275 - $337 |
0.7% |
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 $561 - $685.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$561 - $685 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$312 - $382 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $894 - $1,092. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$894 - $1,092 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $930 - $1,136, which is about 2.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $549 - $671, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,479 - $1,807 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$930 - $1,136 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$549 - $671 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $3,470 - $4,242 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $3,062 - $3,742 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,470 - $4,242 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,062 - $3,742 |
8.1% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Full Service in Washington DC is estimated to be $5,233 - $6,395. This service accounts for 13.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$5,233 - $6,395 |
13.8% |
|
Full Service
|
$5,233 - $6,395 |
13.8% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$16,966 - $20,736 |
44.6% |