For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington, D.C. , the estimated total cost is around $25,790 - $31,521. 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, D.C. is approximately $229. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,790 - $31,521.
The average wedding cost in Washington, D.C. is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,790 - $31,521 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $334 - $408.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,925 - $2,353. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,674 - $3,268 |
10.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$334 - $408 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,925 - $2,353 |
7.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $145 - $177. 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 |
$145 - $177 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,066 - $2,526. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,066 - $2,526 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$469 - $573 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$596 - $728 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$512 - $626 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$279 - $341 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $558 - $682.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$558 - $682 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$315 - $385 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$128 - $156 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $243 - $297. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,022 - $7,360 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington, D.C. with 125 guests spend between $2,792 - $3,412 on wedding photography, which is about 10.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington, D.C. is $1,886 - $2,305. This makes up a portion of your (7.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,022 - $7,360 |
23.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$442 - $540 |
1.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$421 - $515 |
1.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$482 - $589 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,792 - $3,412 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,886 - $2,305 |
7.3% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$14,081 - $17,211 |
54.6% |