For a wedding with 125 guests in the Arlington VA, the estimated total cost is around $49,968 - $61,072. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Arlington VA is approximately $444. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,968 - $61,072.
The average wedding cost in Arlington VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,968 - $61,072 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Arlington VA is $496 - $606. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Arlington VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$496 - $606 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Arlington VA is $290 - $354. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,749 - $4,583, which is 7.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Arlington VA area is $1,971 - $2,409.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,749 - $4,583 |
7.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,971 - $2,409 |
3.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,778 - $2,174 |
3.6% |
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 Arlington VA, you should budget approximately $19,294 - $23,582, which is about 38.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,294 - $23,582 |
38.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,675 - $3,269 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,193 - $6,347 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,541 - $11,661 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,886 - $2,305 |
3.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,726 - $4,554. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,726 - $4,554 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$823 - $1,005 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$368 - $450 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$626 - $765 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$400 - $488 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $758 - $926. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$758 - $926 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,773 - $2,167, which is about 3.5% 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 $1,068 - $1,306, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,841 - $3,473 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Arlington VA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,431 - $1,749.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,431 - $1,749 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,431 - $1,749 |
2.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $10,300 - $12,588 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Arlington VA with 125 guests spend between $5,830 - $7,126 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Arlington VA is $4,469 - $5,463. This makes up a portion of your (8.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,300 - $12,588 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,830 - $7,126 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,469 - $5,463 |
8.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Arlington VA is estimated to be $6,302 - $7,702. This service accounts for 12.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,302 - $7,702 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,302 - $7,702 |
12.6% |