For a wedding with 175 guests in the Fairfax VA, the estimated total cost is around $75,930 - $92,804. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fairfax VA is approximately $482. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,930 - $92,804.
The average wedding cost in Fairfax VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,930 - $92,804 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fairfax Station VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $950 - $1,161. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,024 - $1,252.
In Fairfax Station VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,599 - $6,843. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$8,012 - $9,792 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$950 - $1,161 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$439 - $537 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,599 - $6,843 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Fairfax VA is $737 - $901. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fairfax VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$737 - $901 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$737 - $901 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fairfax VA is $341 - $417. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$341 - $417 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,659 - $3,249, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fairfax VA area is $1,841 - $2,251.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,659 - $3,249 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,841 - $2,251 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$817 - $999 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Fairfax VA, you should budget approximately $30,870 - $37,730, which is about 40.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,870 - $37,730 |
40.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,958 - $4,838 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,631 - $9,327 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,463 - $20,121 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,818 - $3,444 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,305 - $5,261. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,305 - $5,261 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$768 - $938 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$562 - $686 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,111 - $1,357 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$925 - $1,131 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$591 - $723 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,421 - $1,737.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,421 - $1,737 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$170 - $208 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$642 - $784 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$380 - $464 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,366 - $1,670. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,366 - $1,670 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$354 - $432 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,958 - $3,616, which is about 3.9% 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 $1,795 - $2,193, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$17,596 - $21,506 |
23.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$12,843 - $15,697 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,958 - $3,616 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,795 - $2,193 |
2.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fairfax VA area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,356 - $1,658.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,356 - $1,658 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,356 - $1,658 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Fairfax VA spend between $5,876 - $7,182 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fairfax VA with 175 guests spend between $4,187 - $5,117 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,876 - $7,182 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$545 - $667 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,187 - $5,117 |
5.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
0.8% |