For a wedding with 125 guests in the Dover DE, the estimated total cost is around $36,427 - $44,521. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dover DE is approximately $324. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,427 - $44,521.
The average wedding cost in Dover DE is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,427 - $44,521 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Magnolia DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $293 - $359. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $315 - $385.
In Magnolia DE, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,745 - $2,133. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,486 - $3,038 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$293 - $359 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,745 - $2,133 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Dover DE is $471 - $575. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dover DE area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$471 - $575 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dover DE is $241 - $295. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,727 - $2,111, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dover DE area is $1,197 - $1,463.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,727 - $2,111 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,197 - $1,463 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$530 - $648 |
1.5% |
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 Dover DE, you should budget approximately $15,752 - $19,252, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,752 - $19,252 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,534 - $3,097 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,919 - $6,012 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,514 - $7,962 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,786 - $2,182 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,743 - $3,353. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,743 - $3,353 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$514 - $628 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$717 - $877 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$594 - $726 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$380 - $464 |
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 $869 - $1,062.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$869 - $1,062 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$408 - $498 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $737 - $901. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$737 - $901 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $973 - $1,189, which is about 2.7% 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 $586 - $716, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,297 - $7,697 |
17.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,253 - $5,198 |
11.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$274 - $334 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$973 - $1,189 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$586 - $716 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dover DE area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $869 - $1,062.
| Other Events Cost |
$869 - $1,062 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$869 - $1,062 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dover DE spend between $3,583 - $4,379 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dover DE with 125 guests spend between $3,220 - $3,936 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,583 - $4,379 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$363 - $443 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,220 - $3,936 |
8.8% |