For a wedding with 400 guests in the Des Plaines IL, the estimated total cost is around $54,789 - $66,965. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Plaines IL is approximately $152. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,789 - $66,965.
The average wedding cost in Des Plaines IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,789 - $66,965 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Des Plaines IL is $1,773 - $2,167. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Plaines IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,773 - $2,167 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
3.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Plaines IL is $256 - $312. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $988 - $1,208, which is 1.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Plaines IL area is $988 - $1,208.
| Entertainment Cost |
$988 - $1,208 |
1.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$988 - $1,208 |
1.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Des Plaines IL, you should budget approximately $40,126 - $49,042, which is about 73.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$40,126 - $49,042 |
73.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,443 - $10,319 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$16,393 - $20,035 |
29.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,937 - $10,923 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,353 - $7,765 |
11.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,511 - $5,513. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,511 - $5,513 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$746 - $912 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,201 - $2,690 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,564 - $1,912 |
2.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,521 - $1,859.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,521 - $1,859 |
2.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,521 - $1,859 |
2.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,310 - $1,601. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,310 - $1,601 |
2.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$716 - $876 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$373 - $455 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Streamwood IL spend between $4,306 - $5,262 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Plaines IL with 400 guests spend between $2,321 - $2,837 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Plaines IL is $1,985 - $2,426. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,306 - $5,262 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,321 - $2,837 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,985 - $2,426 |
3.6% |