For a wedding with 125 guests in the St. Louis, the estimated total cost is around $28,510 - $34,846. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in St. Louis is approximately $253. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,510 - $34,846.
The average wedding cost in St. Louis is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,510 - $34,846 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $238 - $290. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $256 - $312.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,003 - $2,449 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$238 - $290 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$256 - $312 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St. Louis is $368 - $450. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the St. Louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St. Louis is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,344 - $1,642, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St. Louis area is $931 - $1,137.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,344 - $1,642 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$931 - $1,137 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$413 - $505 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in St. Louis, you should budget approximately $12,483 - $15,257, which is about 43.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,483 - $15,257 |
43.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,011 - $2,457 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,875 - $4,736 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,168 - $6,316 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,194 - $2,682. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,194 - $2,682 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$419 - $512 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$283 - $345 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$545 - $667 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$462 - $564 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$296 - $362 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $760 - $928.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$760 - $928 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$326 - $398 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$191 - $233 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $712 - $870. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$712 - $870 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $786 - $960, which is about 2.8% 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 $477 - $583, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,674 - $5,712 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,411 - $4,169 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$786 - $960 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$477 - $583 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St. Louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $686 - $838.
| Other Events Cost |
$686 - $838 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$686 - $838 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in St. Louis spend between $2,447 - $2,991 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St. Louis with 125 guests spend between $2,117 - $2,587 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,447 - $2,991 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,117 - $2,587 |
7.4% |