For a wedding with 75 guests in the Lake Forest IL, the estimated total cost is around $22,202 - $27,136. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lake Forest IL is approximately $329. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,202 - $27,136.
The average wedding cost in Lake Forest IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,202 - $27,136 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Lake Forest IL is $276 - $338. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lake Forest IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$276 - $338 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$276 - $338 |
1.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,964 - $6,067, which is 22.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lake Forest IL area is $1,364 - $1,667.
For a live band, couples in Lake Forest IL typically budget around $3,600 - $4,400 which is 16.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,964 - $6,067 |
22.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
6.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,600 - $4,400 |
16.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Lake Forest IL, you should budget approximately $11,059 - $13,517, which is about 49.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,059 - $13,517 |
49.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,425 - $1,741 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,772 - $3,388 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,853 - $7,153 |
26.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,010 - $1,234 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,552 - $1,896. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,552 - $1,896 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$557 - $681 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $304 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$182 - $222 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$348 - $426 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$216 - $264 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $115 - $141.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $211 - $257. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$211 - $257 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$65 - $79 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$39 - $47 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lake Forest IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Lake Forest IL spend between $3,771 - $4,609 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lake Forest IL with 75 guests spend between $3,771 - $4,609 on wedding photography, which is about 17.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,771 - $4,609 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,771 - $4,609 |
17.0% |