For a wedding with 400 guests in the Schererville IN, the estimated total cost is around $80,732 - $98,672. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Schererville IN is approximately $224. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,732 - $98,672.
The average wedding cost in Schererville IN is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,732 - $98,672 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Darien IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $304 - $372. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $338 - $414.
In Darien IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,860 - $2,274. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,627 - $3,211 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$304 - $372 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $414 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,860 - $2,274 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Schererville IN is $1,840 - $2,248. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Schererville IN area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,840 - $2,248 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,840 - $2,248 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Schererville IN is $253 - $309. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,695 - $2,071, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Schererville IN area is $1,141 - $1,395.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,695 - $2,071 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,141 - $1,395 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$554 - $677 |
0.7% |
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 Schererville IN, you should budget approximately $45,997 - $56,219, which is about 57.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$45,997 - $56,219 |
57.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,121 - $11,147 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$17,710 - $21,646 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,303 - $15,037 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,863 - $8,389 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,153 - $7,521. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,153 - $7,521 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$486 - $594 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$668 - $816 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,053 - $2,509 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,459 - $1,783 |
1.8% |
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 $1,816 - $2,220.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,816 - $2,220 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,643 - $2,009 |
2.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,957 - $3,614. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,957 - $3,614 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$560 - $684 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$743 - $908 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$374 - $458 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$522 - $638 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$377 - $461 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$381 - $465 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,012 - $1,236, which is about 1.3% 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 $608 - $744, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,079 - $7,429 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,459 - $5,449 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$608 - $744 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Schererville IN area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $914 - $1,118.
| Other Events Cost |
$914 - $1,118 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$914 - $1,118 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Schererville IN spend between $5,945 - $7,267 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Schererville IN with 400 guests spend between $2,679 - $3,275 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Schererville IN is $2,291 - $2,800. This makes up a portion of your (2.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,945 - $7,267 |
7.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,679 - $3,275 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,291 - $2,800 |
2.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,212 - $5,148.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,212 - $5,148 |
5.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,212 - $5,148 |
5.2% |