For a wedding with 125 guests in the Downers Grove IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,984 - $47,647. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Downers Grove IL is approximately $347. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,984 - $47,647.
The average wedding cost in Downers Grove IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,984 - $47,647 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Downers Grove IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $386 - $472. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $399 - $487.
In Downers Grove IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,192 - $2,680. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,157 - $3,859 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$399 - $487 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,192 - $2,680 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Downers Grove IL is $478 - $584. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Downers Grove IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$478 - $584 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$478 - $584 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,828 - $2,234, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Downers Grove IL area is $1,264 - $1,544.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,828 - $2,234 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$564 - $690 |
1.4% |
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 Downers Grove IL, you should budget approximately $15,430 - $18,858, which is about 39.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,430 - $18,858 |
39.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,529 - $3,091 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,838 - $5,914 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,313 - $7,715 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,750 - $2,138 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,299 - $4,032. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,299 - $4,032 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$582 - $712 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$319 - $389 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$872 - $1,066 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$664 - $812 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$486 - $594 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $819 - $1,001. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,140 - $1,394, which is about 2.9% 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 $718 - $878, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,714 - $3,318 |
7.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$332 - $406 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$718 - $878 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Downers Grove IL spend between $5,995 - $7,327 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Downers Grove IL with 125 guests spend between $2,922 - $3,572 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Downers Grove IL is $2,231 - $2,727. That's about 5.7% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,995 - $7,327 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$398 - $486 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,922 - $3,572 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,231 - $2,727 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Downers Grove IL is estimated to be $1,859 - $2,272. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,859 - $2,272 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
4.8% |
