For a wedding with 125 guests in the Des Plaines IL, the estimated total cost is around $28,821 - $35,225. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Plaines IL is approximately $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,821 - $35,225.
The average wedding cost in Des Plaines IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,821 - $35,225 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $236 - $288. 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 $254 - $310.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,406 - $1,718. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,003 - $2,448 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,406 - $1,718 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Des Plaines IL is $341 - $417. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Plaines IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$341 - $417 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$341 - $417 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Plaines IL is $230 - $281. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,457 - $1,781, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Plaines IL area is $1,010 - $1,234.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,010 - $1,234 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
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 Des Plaines IL, you should budget approximately $12,413 - $15,171, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,413 - $15,171 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,891 - $2,311 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,670 - $4,486 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,519 - $6,745 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,333 - $1,629 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,229 - $2,725. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,229 - $2,725 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$205 - $251 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$594 - $726 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$431 - $527 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$275 - $337 |
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 $717 - $877.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$717 - $877 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$304 - $372 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $643 - $785. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$643 - $785 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
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 2.8% 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 $478 - $584, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,735 - $5,787 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,464 - $4,234 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$793 - $969 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$478 - $584 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Des Plaines IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $733 - $895.
| Other Events Cost |
$733 - $895 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$733 - $895 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Des Plaines IL spend between $2,668 - $3,260 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Plaines IL with 125 guests spend between $2,331 - $2,849 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,668 - $3,260 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,331 - $2,849 |
8.1% |