For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $33,945 - $41,489. 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 IL is approximately $302. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,945 - $41,489.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,945 - $41,489 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lansing IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $292. 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 $257 - $315.
In Lansing IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,408 - $1,720. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,014 - $2,462 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,408 - $1,720 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $431 - $527. 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 |
$431 - $527 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $536 - $655, which is 1.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$536 - $655 |
1.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$536 - $655 |
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 $14,596 - $17,840, which is about 43.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,596 - $17,840 |
43.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,283 - $2,791 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,402 - $5,380 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,286 - $7,682 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,625 - $1,987 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,688 - $3,286. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,688 - $3,286 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$538 - $658 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$731 - $893 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$541 - $661 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$346 - $422 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $850 - $1,038. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$850 - $1,038 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $793 - $969, which is about 2.3% 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 $482 - $589, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,120 - $6,258 |
15.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,443 - $4,208 |
10.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$226 - $276 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$793 - $969 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$482 - $589 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Lansing IL spend between $5,164 - $6,312 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,745 - $3,355 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,086 - $2,550. That's about 6.1% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,164 - $6,312 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$333 - $407 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,745 - $3,355 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,086 - $2,550 |
6.1% |
