For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $48,743 - $59,575. 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 $433. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,743 - $59,575.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,743 - $59,575 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $770 - $941. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $831 - $1,015.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,541 - $5,550. This represents about 9.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,498 - $7,942 |
13.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$770 - $941 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$357 - $437 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$831 - $1,015 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,541 - $5,550 |
9.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $465 - $569. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$465 - $569 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$465 - $569 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $347 - $424. 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 |
$347 - $424 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,158 - $2,638, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,495 - $1,827.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,158 - $2,638 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,495 - $1,827 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$663 - $811 |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $14,751 - $18,029, which is about 30.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,751 - $18,029 |
30.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,277 - $2,783 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,389 - $5,365 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,464 - $7,900 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,621 - $1,981 |
3.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,590 - $4,388. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,590 - $4,388 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,010 - $1,234 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$583 - $713 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$447 - $547 |
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 $986 - $1,205.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$986 - $1,205 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$369 - $451 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $807 - $987. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$807 - $987 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,035 - $2,487, which is about 4.2% 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 $1,236 - $1,510, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,110 - $14,802 |
24.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,840 - $10,804 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,035 - $2,487 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,236 - $1,510 |
2.5% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,102 - $1,346.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,102 - $1,346 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $5,150 - $6,294 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $4,614 - $5,640 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,150 - $6,294 |
10.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,614 - $5,640 |
9.5% |