For a wedding with 125 guests in the Downtown Detroit, the estimated total cost is around $33,199 - $40,577. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Downtown Detroit is approximately $295. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,199 - $40,577.
The average wedding cost in Downtown Detroit is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,199 - $40,577 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Detroit MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $150 - $184. 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 $168 - $206.
In Detroit MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $920 - $1,124. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,301 - $1,590 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$920 - $1,124 |
2.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Downtown Detroit is $399 - $487. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Downtown Detroit area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$399 - $487 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$399 - $487 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Downtown Detroit is $229 - $279. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,313 - $1,605, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Downtown Detroit area is $884 - $1,080.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,313 - $1,605 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$884 - $1,080 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$429 - $525 |
1.3% |
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 Downtown Detroit, you should budget approximately $11,395 - $13,927, which is about 34.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,395 - $13,927 |
34.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,772 - $2,166 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,442 - $4,206 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,847 - $5,925 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,334 - $1,630 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,471 - $3,021. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,471 - $3,021 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$454 - $554 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$197 - $241 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$554 - $678 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$445 - $543 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$316 - $386 |
1.0% |
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 $837 - $1,023.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$837 - $1,023 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$320 - $391 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$309 - $377 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,250 - $1,528. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,250 - $1,528 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$221 - $271 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$293 - $359 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $536 - $656, which is about 1.6% 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 $322 - $394, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,637 - $4,445 |
11.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,361 - $2,885 |
7.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$536 - $656 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$322 - $394 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Downtown Detroit area is $231 - $283. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$231 - $283 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $708 - $866.
| Other Events Cost |
$708 - $866 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$708 - $866 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Downtown Detroit spend between $4,080 - $4,986 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Downtown Detroit with 125 guests spend between $2,517 - $3,077 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,080 - $4,986 |
12.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$376 - $460 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$448 - $548 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,517 - $3,077 |
7.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Downtown Detroit is estimated to be $1,658 - $2,026. This service accounts for 5.0% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Downtown Detroit is estimated to be $2,862 - $3,498. This service accounts for 8.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,520 - $5,524 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,658 - $2,026 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,862 - $3,498 |
8.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $421 - $515.
| Transportation Cost |
$421 - $515 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$421 - $515 |
1.3% |