For a wedding with 125 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $38,880 - $47,520. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $346. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,880 - $47,520.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,880 - $47,520 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $303 - $371.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,659 - $2,027. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,374 - $2,902 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$303 - $371 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,659 - $2,027 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Saint Louis MO is $433 - $529. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$433 - $529 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $187 - $229. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,642 - $5,674, which is 11.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,110 - $1,356.
For a live band, couples in Saint Louis MO typically budget around $3,040 - $3,716 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,642 - $5,674 |
11.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$492 - $602 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,040 - $3,716 |
7.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $14,090 - $17,222, which is about 36.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,090 - $17,222 |
36.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,309 - $2,822 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,450 - $5,438 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,690 - $6,954 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,643 - $2,008 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,665 - $3,257. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,665 - $3,257 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$501 - $613 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$665 - $813 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$544 - $664 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $571 - $697.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$571 - $697 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $638 - $780. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$638 - $780 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $918 - $1,122, which is about 2.4% 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 $557 - $681, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,137 - $7,501 |
15.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$205 - $251 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,989 - $4,875 |
10.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$918 - $1,122 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$557 - $681 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO 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 $818 - $1,000.
| Other Events Cost |
$818 - $1,000 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$818 - $1,000 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $5,701 - $6,967 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 125 guests spend between $2,524 - $3,084 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $1,918 - $2,344. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,701 - $6,967 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$396 - $484 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$519 - $635 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,524 - $3,084 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,918 - $2,344 |
4.9% |