For a wedding with 125 guests in the St. Louis, the estimated total cost is around $41,501 - $50,723. 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 $369. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,501 - $50,723.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,501 - $50,723 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chesterfield MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $416 - $508. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $447 - $547.
In Chesterfield MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,445 - $2,989. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,501 - $4,279 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$447 - $547 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,445 - $2,989 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St. Louis is $420 - $514. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$420 - $514 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$420 - $514 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis is $230 - $282. 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 |
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,587 - $1,939, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis area is $1,099 - $1,343.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,587 - $1,939 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$488 - $596 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in St. Louis, you should budget approximately $14,289 - $17,465, which is about 34.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,289 - $17,465 |
34.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,291 - $2,800 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,414 - $5,394 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,956 - $7,280 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,629 - $1,991 |
3.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,471 - $3,020. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,471 - $3,020 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$463 - $565 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$642 - $784 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$527 - $645 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$338 - $413 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $860 - $1,052.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$860 - $1,052 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$372 - $454 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $719 - $879. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$719 - $879 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,343 - $1,641, which is about 3.2% 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 $815 - $996, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,989 - $9,765 |
19.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,832 - $7,128 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,343 - $1,641 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$815 - $996 |
2.0% |
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 $810 - $990.
| Other Events Cost |
$810 - $990 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$810 - $990 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in St. Louis spend between $5,665 - $6,923 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis with 125 guests spend between $2,993 - $3,659 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in St. Louis is $2,274 - $2,780. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,665 - $6,923 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$397 - $485 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,993 - $3,659 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,274 - $2,780 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in St. Louis is estimated to be $1,706 - $2,085. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,706 - $2,085 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,706 - $2,085 |
4.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $630 - $770.
| Transportation Cost |
$630 - $770 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$630 - $770 |
1.5% |