For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $24,177 - $29,549. 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 $215. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,177 - $29,549.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,177 - $29,549 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $239 - $293.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,382 - $1,690. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,622 - $1,982 |
6.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $293 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
5.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $162 - $198. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$162 - $198 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$66 - $80 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,943 - $3,597, which is 12.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $883 - $1,079.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $2,060 - $2,518 which is 8.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,943 - $3,597 |
12.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$883 - $1,079 |
3.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,060 - $2,518 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,606 - $1,962. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,606 - $1,962 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$340 - $416 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$443 - $541 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$433 - $529 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$236 - $288 |
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 $729 - $891.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$729 - $891 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$276 - $338 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$349 - $427 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $992 - $1,212. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$992 - $1,212 |
4.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$329 - $403 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $869 - $1,062, which is about 3.6% 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 HIM) is estimated at $512 - $626, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,381 - $1,687 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$869 - $1,062 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$512 - $626 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $1,874 - $2,290 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $1,497 - $1,829 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,874 - $2,290 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$377 - $461 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,497 - $1,829 |
6.2% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$789 - $965 |
3.3% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$12,080 - $14,764 |
50.0% |