For a wedding with 175 guests in the Fairfax VA, the estimated total cost is around $75,479 - $92,253. 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 $479. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,479 - $92,253.
The average wedding cost in Fairfax VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,479 - $92,253 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Burke VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $535 - $653. 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 $575 - $703.
In Burke VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,147 - $3,847. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,505 - $5,506 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$535 - $653 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$575 - $703 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,147 - $3,847 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Fairfax VA is $682 - $834. 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 |
$682 - $834 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$682 - $834 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fairfax VA is $365 - $447. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $9,422 - $11,516, which is 12.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fairfax VA area is $1,853 - $2,265.
For a live band, couples in Fairfax VA typically budget around $5,075 - $6,203 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$9,422 - $11,516 |
12.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,853 - $2,265 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$823 - $1,005 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,075 - $6,203 |
6.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,671 - $2,043 |
2.2% |
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 $25,105 - $30,683, which is about 33.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,105 - $30,683 |
33.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,977 - $4,861 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,667 - $9,371 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,629 - $12,991 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,831 - $3,461 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,897 - $4,763. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,897 - $4,763 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$709 - $867 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$322 - $394 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$457 - $559 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$547 - $669 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,293 - $1,581.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,293 - $1,581 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$645 - $789 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$310 - $378 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,132 - $1,384. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,132 - $1,384 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,933 - $2,363, which is about 2.6% 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 $1,173 - $1,433, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,498 - $14,053 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,392 - $10,256 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,933 - $2,363 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
1.6% |
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 $1,365 - $1,669.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,365 - $1,669 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,365 - $1,669 |
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 $7,879 - $9,629 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fairfax VA with 175 guests spend between $4,214 - $5,150 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fairfax VA is $3,203 - $3,915. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,879 - $9,629 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$462 - $564 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,214 - $5,150 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,203 - $3,915 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Fairfax VA is estimated to be $5,950 - $7,272. This service accounts for 7.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,950 - $7,272 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,950 - $7,272 |
7.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,607 - $1,965.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,607 - $1,965 |
2.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.3% |