For a wedding with 125 guests in the Geneva IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,878 - $47,518. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Geneva IL is approximately $346. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,878 - $47,518.
The average wedding cost in Geneva IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,878 - $47,518 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Geneva IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $400 - $488. 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 $424 - $518.
In Geneva IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,398 - $2,930. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,400 - $4,156 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$424 - $518 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,398 - $2,930 |
6.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Geneva IL is $427 - $521. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Geneva IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Geneva IL is $254 - $310. 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 |
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,499 - $4,277, which is 9.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Geneva IL typically budget around $3,008 - $3,676 which is 7.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,499 - $4,277 |
9.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$491 - $601 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,008 - $3,676 |
7.7% |
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 Geneva IL, you should budget approximately $13,658 - $16,694, which is about 35.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,658 - $16,694 |
35.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,186 - $2,672 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,253 - $5,198 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,670 - $6,930 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,550 - $1,894 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,678 - $3,273. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,678 - $3,273 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$701 - $857 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$537 - $657 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$333 - $407 |
0.9% |
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 $804 - $982.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$804 - $982 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $804 - $982. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$804 - $982 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,249 - $1,527, which is about 3.2% 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 $743 - $909, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,491 - $9,155 |
19.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,498 - $6,720 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$743 - $909 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Geneva IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $872 - $1,066.
| Other Events Cost |
$872 - $1,066 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$872 - $1,066 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Geneva IL spend between $3,819 - $4,667 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Geneva IL with 125 guests spend between $2,577 - $3,149 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,819 - $4,667 |
9.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$415 - $507 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$541 - $661 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,577 - $3,149 |
6.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $509 - $622.
| Transportation Cost |
$509 - $622 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$509 - $622 |
1.3% |