For a wedding with 127 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $42,705 - $52,195. 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 $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,705 - $52,195.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,705 - $52,195 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 $374 - $458. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $418 - $510.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,292 - $2,802. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,237 - $3,957 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$374 - $458 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$418 - $510 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,292 - $2,802 |
5.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Chicago IL is $520 - $636. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$520 - $636 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$520 - $636 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,431 - $1,749, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $963 - $1,177.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,431 - $1,749 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$963 - $1,177 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$468 - $572 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $13,815 - $16,885, which is about 32.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,815 - $16,885 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,357 - $2,881 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,577 - $5,595 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,107 - $6,241 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,742 - $3,352. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,742 - $3,352 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$480 - $586 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$581 - $710 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$413 - $505 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 127 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,022 - $1,249.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,022 - $1,249 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$425 - $519 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,139 - $1,392. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,141 - $1,395, 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 $687 - $839, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,857 - $8,381 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,029 - $6,147 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,141 - $1,395 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$687 - $839 |
1.6% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $772 - $944.
| Other Events Cost |
$772 - $944 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$772 - $944 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,618 - $3,200 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 127 guests spend between $2,262 - $2,764 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,618 - $3,200 |
6.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,262 - $2,764 |
5.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,806 - $2,208. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,119 - $3,812. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,186 - $8,782 |
16.8% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,261 - $2,763 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,806 - $2,208 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,119 - $3,812 |
7.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $444 - $542.
| Transportation Cost |
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |