For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $32,177 - $39,327. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $286. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,177 - $39,327.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,177 - $39,327 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $332 - $406. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $353 - $431.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,994 - $2,437. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,827 - $3,455 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$353 - $431 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,994 - $2,437 |
6.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $425 - $519. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$425 - $519 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$425 - $519 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $195 - $239. 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 |
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,679 - $2,052, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,173 - $1,433.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,679 - $2,052 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$506 - $618 |
1.6% |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $13,987 - $17,095, which is about 43.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,987 - $17,095 |
43.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,276 - $2,782 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,427 - $5,411 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,670 - $6,930 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,355 - $2,879. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,355 - $2,879 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$680 - $832 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$536 - $656 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$331 - $405 |
1.0% |
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 $181 - $221.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$181 - $221 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$181 - $221 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $621 - $759. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$621 - $759 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,145 - $1,399, which is about 3.6% 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 $681 - $833, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,864 - $8,390 |
21.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,038 - $6,158 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,145 - $1,399 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$681 - $833 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,043 - $3,719 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,654 - $3,244 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,043 - $3,719 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$389 - $475 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,654 - $3,244 |
8.2% |