For a wedding with 125 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $40,954 - $50,054. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Seattle WA is approximately $364. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,954 - $50,054.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,954 - $50,054 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $513 - $627. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $552 - $674.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,056 - $3,736. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,352 - $5,320 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$513 - $627 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$552 - $674 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,056 - $3,736 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Seattle WA is $473 - $578. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Seattle WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$473 - $578 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$473 - $578 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $341 - $417. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,271 - $2,775, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,574 - $1,924.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,271 - $2,775 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,574 - $1,924 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$697 - $851 |
1.7% |
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 Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $16,746 - $20,468, which is about 40.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,746 - $20,468 |
40.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,522 - $3,082 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,897 - $5,985 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,549 - $9,227 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,778 - $2,174 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,532 - $4,316. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,532 - $4,316 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$751 - $917 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$336 - $410 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$967 - $1,181 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$708 - $866 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $407 - $497.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$407 - $497 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $578 - $706. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$578 - $706 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,625 - $1,986, which is about 4.0% 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 $979 - $1,197, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,957 - $3,615 |
7.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$354 - $432 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,625 - $1,986 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$979 - $1,197 |
2.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,143 - $1,397.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,143 - $1,397 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$508 - $620 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $5,240 - $6,404 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 125 guests spend between $4,742 - $5,796 on wedding photography, which is about 11.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,240 - $6,404 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$498 - $608 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,742 - $5,796 |
11.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Seattle WA is estimated to be $2,407 - $2,941. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,407 - $2,941 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,407 - $2,941 |
5.9% |