For a wedding with 125 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $45,780 - $55,954. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Seattle WA is approximately $407. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,780 - $55,954.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,780 - $55,954 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $441 - $539. 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 $475 - $581.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,599 - $3,177. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,720 - $4,546 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$441 - $539 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$475 - $581 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,599 - $3,177 |
5.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Seattle WA is $491 - $600. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Seattle WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$491 - $600 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$491 - $600 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,921 - $6,015, which is 10.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Seattle WA typically budget around $4,235 - $5,177 which is 9.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,921 - $6,015 |
10.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$686 - $838 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,235 - $5,177 |
9.3% |
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 Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $17,403 - $21,271, which is about 38.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,403 - $21,271 |
38.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,601 - $3,179 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,014 - $6,128 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,937 - $9,701 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,851 - $2,263 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,297 - $4,029. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,297 - $4,029 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$697 - $851 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$317 - $387 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$941 - $1,151 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$616 - $752 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$394 - $482 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $730 - $892. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$730 - $892 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,403 - $1,715, which is about 3.1% 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 $852 - $1,042, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,255 - $2,757 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,403 - $1,715 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$852 - $1,042 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$507 - $619 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $5,091 - $6,223 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 125 guests spend between $4,568 - $5,584 on wedding photography, which is about 10.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,091 - $6,223 |
11.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$523 - $639 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,568 - $5,584 |
10.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Seattle WA is estimated to be $4,965 - $6,069. This service accounts for 10.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,965 - $6,069 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,965 - $6,069 |
10.8% |
