For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lake Forest IL, the estimated total cost is around $49,392 - $60,368. 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 $220. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,392 - $60,368.
The average wedding cost in Lake Forest IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,392 - $60,368 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $293. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $254 - $310.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,433 - $1,751. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,433 - $1,751 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Lake Forest IL is $943 - $1,153. 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 |
$943 - $1,153 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lake Forest IL is $258 - $316. 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 |
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,684 - $3,280, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lake Forest IL area is $1,157 - $1,414.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,684 - $3,280 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$499 - $609 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,029 - $1,257 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Lake Forest IL, you should budget approximately $27,113 - $33,138, which is about 54.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,113 - $33,138 |
54.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,091 - $6,223 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,906 - $12,108 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,505 - $10,395 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,610 - $4,412 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,487 - $5,484. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,487 - $5,484 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $678 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$645 - $789 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,366 - $1,670 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $532 - $650.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$532 - $650 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$410 - $501 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,438 - $1,758. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,438 - $1,758 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $841 - $1,027, which is about 1.7% 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 $500 - $612, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,341 - $1,639 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $612 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $887 - $1,084.
| Other Events Cost |
$887 - $1,084 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$887 - $1,084 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Lake Forest IL spend between $5,131 - $6,271 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lake Forest IL with 250 guests spend between $2,618 - $3,200 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lake Forest IL is $1,917 - $2,343. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,131 - $6,271 |
10.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,618 - $3,200 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,917 - $2,343 |
3.9% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,136 - $2,610 |
4.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,136 - $2,610 |
4.3% |