For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $50,326 - $61,510. 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 $447. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,326 - $61,510.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,326 - $61,510 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $582 - $712. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $627 - $767.
In Alexandria VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,475 - $4,247. This represents about 6.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,949 - $6,049 |
9.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$582 - $712 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$627 - $767 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,475 - $4,247 |
6.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $520 - $636. 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 |
$520 - $636 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$520 - $636 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,000 - $3,666, which is 6.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $2,079 - $2,541.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,000 - $3,666 |
6.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,079 - $2,541 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.8% |
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 $19,967 - $24,405, which is about 39.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,967 - $24,405 |
39.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,791 - $3,411 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,419 - $6,623 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,790 - $11,966 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,009 - $4,899. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,009 - $4,899 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$874 - $1,068 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$392 - $479 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,255 - $1,533 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$656 - $802 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $601 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $794 - $970. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$794 - $970 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,903 - $2,325, which is about 3.8% 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 $1,147 - $1,401, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,049 - $3,727 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,903 - $2,325 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,147 - $1,401 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Alexandria VA spend between $6,900 - $8,434 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $6,080 - $7,431 on wedding photography, which is about 12.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,900 - $8,434 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$445 - $543 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$376 - $460 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$6,080 - $7,431 |
12.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $3,179 - $3,885. This service accounts for 6.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,179 - $3,885 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,179 - $3,885 |
6.3% |
