For a wedding with 175 guests in the st louis, the estimated total cost is around $56,930 - $69,581. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in st louis is approximately $361. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,930 - $69,581.
The average wedding cost in st louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,930 - $69,581 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $725 - $887. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $783 - $957.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,280 - $5,232. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,125 - $7,486 |
10.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$725 - $887 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$336 - $410 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$783 - $957 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,280 - $5,232 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in st louis is $682 - $834. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the st louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$682 - $834 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$682 - $834 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,730 - $2,114, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the st louis area is $1,198 - $1,464.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,730 - $2,114 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$532 - $650 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in st louis, you should budget approximately $21,062 - $25,742, which is about 37.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,062 - $25,742 |
37.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,612 - $4,414 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,962 - $8,510 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,917 - $9,677 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,570 - $3,142 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,539 - $4,325. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,539 - $4,325 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$729 - $891 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$548 - $670 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,566 - $1,914. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,197 - $2,685, which is about 3.9% 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 $1,333 - $1,629, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,071 - $15,975 |
23.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,541 - $11,661 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,197 - $2,685 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,333 - $1,629 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $3,219 - $3,935 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in st louis with 175 guests spend between $3,219 - $3,935 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,219 - $3,935 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,219 - $3,935 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in st louis is estimated to be $1,859 - $2,272. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.3% |
