For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $41,457 - $50,669. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $369. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,457 - $50,669.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,457 - $50,669 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $539 - $659. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $580 - $708.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,175 - $3,881. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,544 - $5,554 |
11.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$539 - $659 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$580 - $708 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,175 - $3,881 |
7.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $499 - $609. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$499 - $609 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$499 - $609 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,673 - $3,267, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,851 - $2,263.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,673 - $3,267 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,851 - $2,263 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$822 - $1,004 |
2.0% |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $18,266 - $22,326, which is about 44.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,266 - $22,326 |
44.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,682 - $3,278 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,171 - $6,321 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,503 - $10,393 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,064 - $4,967. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,064 - $4,967 |
9.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$801 - $979 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,350 - $1,650 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$743 - $908 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$474 - $580 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $813 - $993. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$813 - $993 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
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 $1,751 - $2,141, which is about 4.2% 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 $1,062 - $1,298, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,813 - $3,439 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,751 - $2,141 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,062 - $1,298 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $4,655 - $5,689 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $4,209 - $5,145 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,655 - $5,689 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,209 - $5,145 |
10.2% |
