For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago, IL, the estimated total cost is around $36,440 - $44,538. 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 $324. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,440 - $44,538.
The average wedding cost in Chicago, IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,440 - $44,538 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $392 - $480. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $438 - $536.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,404 - $2,938. This represents about 6.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,396 - $4,150 |
9.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$392 - $480 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$438 - $536 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,404 - $2,938 |
6.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago, IL is $391 - $477. 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 |
$391 - $477 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$391 - $477 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago, IL is $263 - $321. 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 |
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,510 - $1,846, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago, IL area is $1,017 - $1,243.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,510 - $1,846 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$493 - $603 |
1.4% |
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 $11,783 - $14,401, which is about 32.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,783 - $14,401 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,807 - $2,209 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,509 - $4,289 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,107 - $6,241 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,354 - $2,878. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,354 - $2,878 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$504 - $616 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$609 - $745 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$311 - $380 |
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 $799 - $977.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$799 - $977 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$326 - $398 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $662 - $810. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$662 - $810 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,218 - $1,488, which is about 3.3% 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 $733 - $895, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,315 - $8,941 |
20.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,365 - $6,557 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,218 - $1,488 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$733 - $895 |
2.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago, IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $815 - $996.
| Other Events Cost |
$815 - $996 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$815 - $996 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago, IL spend between $2,744 - $3,354 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago, IL with 125 guests spend between $2,388 - $2,918 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,744 - $3,354 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,388 - $2,918 |
6.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago, IL is estimated to be $3,291 - $4,023. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,291 - $4,023 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,291 - $4,023 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $444 - $542.
| Transportation Cost |
$444 - $542 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
1.2% |