For a wedding with 125 guests in the ST, the estimated total cost is around $28,198 - $34,464. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in ST is approximately $251. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,198 - $34,464.
The average wedding cost in ST is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,198 - $34,464 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $218 - $266. 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 $235 - $287.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,283 - $1,568. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,836 - $2,244 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in ST is $368 - $450. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the ST area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in ST is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,344 - $1,642, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the ST area is $931 - $1,137.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,344 - $1,642 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$931 - $1,137 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$413 - $505 |
1.5% |
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 ST, you should budget approximately $12,483 - $15,257, which is about 44.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,483 - $15,257 |
44.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,011 - $2,457 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,875 - $4,736 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,168 - $6,316 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,266 - $2,770. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,266 - $2,770 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$419 - $512 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$545 - $667 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$462 - $564 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$296 - $362 |
1.1% |
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 $788 - $964.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$788 - $964 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$128 - $156 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$326 - $398 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $886 - $1,082. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$223 - $273 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $720 - $880, which is about 2.6% 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 $437 - $534, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,281 - $5,233 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,125 - $3,819 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$720 - $880 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$437 - $534 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the ST area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $686 - $838.
| Other Events Cost |
$686 - $838 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$686 - $838 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in ST spend between $2,420 - $2,958 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in ST with 125 guests spend between $2,117 - $2,587 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,420 - $2,958 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$303 - $371 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,117 - $2,587 |
7.5% |