For a wedding with 75 guests in the chicago, the estimated total cost is around $31,742 - $38,796. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in chicago is approximately $470. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,742 - $38,796.
The average wedding cost in chicago is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,742 - $38,796 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lake Zurich IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $1,023 - $1,251. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,057 - $1,291.
In Lake Zurich IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,812 - $7,104. This represents about 18.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$8,370 - $10,230 |
26.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
3.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$478 - $584 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,057 - $1,291 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,812 - $7,104 |
18.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in chicago is $273 - $333. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the chicago area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in chicago, you should budget approximately $5,846 - $7,145, which is about 18.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$5,846 - $7,145 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,730 - $3,336 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$2,129 - $2,602 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$987 - $1,207 |
3.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,544 - $3,110. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,544 - $3,110 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$565 - $691 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$260 - $318 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$593 - $725 |
1.9% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$459 - $561 |
1.4% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$667 - $815 |
2.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,327 - $1,621. This is approximately 4.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,327 - $1,621 |
4.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,832 - $3,462, which is about 8.9% 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 $1,786 - $2,182, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,021 - $13,471 |
34.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,404 - $7,827 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,832 - $3,462 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,786 - $2,182 |
5.6% |
