For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $38,057 - $46,514. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $338. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,057 - $46,514.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,057 - $46,514 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlottesville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $270 - $330. 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 $291 - $355.
In Charlottesville VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,590 - $1,944. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,276 - $2,782 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$291 - $355 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,590 - $1,944 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $431 - $527. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$431 - $527 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $258 - $316. 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 |
$258 - $316 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,034 - $2,486, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,409 - $1,723.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,034 - $2,486 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,409 - $1,723 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$625 - $763 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $14,394 - $17,592, which is about 37.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,394 - $17,592 |
37.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,179 - $2,663 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,200 - $5,134 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,464 - $7,900 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,551 - $1,895 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,195 - $3,905. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,195 - $3,905 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$751 - $917 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$918 - $1,122 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$541 - $661 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$346 - $422 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $825 - $1,009.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$825 - $1,009 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$354 - $432 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $754 - $922. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$754 - $922 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $880 - $1,076, which is about 2.3% 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 $535 - $653, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,415 - $1,729 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$880 - $1,076 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$535 - $653 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,038 - $1,268.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,134 - $7,497 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $3,204 - $3,916 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $2,435 - $2,976. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,134 - $7,497 |
16.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,204 - $3,916 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,435 - $2,976 |
6.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington DC is estimated to be $4,523 - $5,529. This service accounts for 11.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,523 - $5,529 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,523 - $5,529 |
11.9% |