For a wedding with 175 guests in the St.louis, the estimated total cost is around $41,838 - $51,136. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St.louis is approximately $266. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,838 - $51,136.
The average wedding cost in St.louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,838 - $51,136 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $344 - $420. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $370 - $452.
In Ballwin MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,049 - $2,505. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,918 - $3,566 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$370 - $452 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,049 - $2,505 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in St.louis is $616 - $752. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St.louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$616 - $752 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$616 - $752 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St.louis is $252 - $308. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,182 - $1,444, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St.louis area is $1,182 - $1,444.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,182 - $1,444 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in St.louis, you should budget approximately $19,689 - $24,065, which is about 47.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,689 - $24,065 |
47.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,396 - $4,150 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,593 - $8,059 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,306 - $8,930 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,394 - $2,926 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,037 - $2,489. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,037 - $2,489 |
4.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $644 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$778 - $950 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$498 - $608 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,078 - $1,318.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,078 - $1,318 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$547 - $669 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$272 - $332 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $982 - $1,200. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$982 - $1,200 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $689 - $842, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,251 - $7,640 |
14.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,992 - $6,102 |
11.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$320 - $392 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$689 - $842 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St.louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $857 - $1,047.
| Other Events Cost |
$857 - $1,047 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$857 - $1,047 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in St.louis spend between $5,738 - $7,013 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St.louis with 175 guests spend between $3,247 - $3,969 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in St.louis is $2,490 - $3,044. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,738 - $7,013 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,247 - $3,969 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,490 - $3,044 |
6.0% |