For a wedding with 125 guests in the Fairfax VA, the estimated total cost is around $41,470 - $50,686. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fairfax VA is approximately $369. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,470 - $50,686.
The average wedding cost in Fairfax VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,470 - $50,686 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Centreville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $373 - $455. 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 $401 - $490.
In Centreville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,218 - $2,710. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,159 - $3,861 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$373 - $455 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,218 - $2,710 |
5.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Centreville VA is $151 - $185. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,360 - $2,884, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fairfax VA area is $1,635 - $1,999.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,360 - $2,884 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,635 - $1,999 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$725 - $886 |
1.7% |
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 Fairfax VA, you should budget approximately $15,947 - $19,491, which is about 38.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,947 - $19,491 |
38.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,315 - $2,829 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,494 - $5,492 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,507 - $9,175 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,632 - $1,994 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,025 - $3,697. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,025 - $3,697 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$776 - $948 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$347 - $425 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$547 - $669 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$349 - $427 |
0.8% |
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 $723 - $883.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$723 - $883 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$373 - $455 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $768 - $938. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$768 - $938 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,211 - $1,481, which is about 2.9% 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 $731 - $893, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,942 - $2,374 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,211 - $1,481 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$731 - $893 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fairfax VA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,187 - $1,451.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,187 - $1,451 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,187 - $1,451 |
2.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fairfax VA spend between $8,928 - $10,912 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fairfax VA with 125 guests spend between $5,054 - $6,177 on wedding photography, which is about 12.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fairfax VA is $3,875 - $4,736. This makes up a portion of your (9.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,928 - $10,912 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,054 - $6,177 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,875 - $4,736 |
9.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Fairfax VA is estimated to be $2,499 - $3,055. This service accounts for 6.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,499 - $3,055 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,499 - $3,055 |
6.0% |