For a wedding with 125 guests in the Downers Grove IL, the estimated total cost is around $39,652 - $48,464. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Downers Grove IL is approximately $352. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,652 - $48,464.
The average wedding cost in Downers Grove IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,652 - $48,464 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Downers Grove IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $378 - $462. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $408 - $498.
In Downers Grove IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,228 - $2,724. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,189 - $3,897 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$378 - $462 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$408 - $498 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,228 - $2,724 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Downers Grove IL is $439 - $537. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Downers Grove IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$439 - $537 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$439 - $537 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Downers Grove IL is $263 - $321. 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 |
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,816 - $2,220, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Downers Grove IL area is $1,258 - $1,538.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,816 - $2,220 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$558 - $682 |
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 Downers Grove IL, you should budget approximately $16,963 - $20,733, which is about 42.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,963 - $20,733 |
42.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,359 - $2,883 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,547 - $5,557 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,379 - $10,241 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,756 - $3,368. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,756 - $3,368 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $678 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$748 - $914 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$551 - $673 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$352 - $430 |
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 $866 - $1,058.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$866 - $1,058 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $468 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $736 - $900. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$736 - $900 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,226 - $1,498, which is about 3.1% 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 $743 - $909, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,291 - $8,911 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,322 - $6,504 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,226 - $1,498 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$743 - $909 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Downers Grove IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $926 - $1,132.
| Other Events Cost |
$926 - $1,132 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$926 - $1,132 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Downers Grove IL spend between $3,243 - $3,963 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Downers Grove IL with 125 guests spend between $2,860 - $3,496 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,243 - $3,963 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $468 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,860 - $3,496 |
7.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $512 - $626.
| Transportation Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$512 - $626 |
1.3% |