For a wedding with 125 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $32,392 - $39,590. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Louis MO is approximately $288. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,392 - $39,590.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,392 - $39,590 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 $252 - $308. 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 $268 - $328.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,511 - $1,847. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,144 - $2,620 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$268 - $328 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Saint Louis MO is $427 - $521. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$427 - $521 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$427 - $521 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $164 - $200. 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 |
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,380 - $1,686, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $964 - $1,178.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,380 - $1,686 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$964 - $1,178 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$416 - $508 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Saint Louis MO, you should budget approximately $13,190 - $16,121, which is about 40.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,190 - $16,121 |
40.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,153 - $2,631 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,187 - $5,117 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,324 - $6,508 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,526 - $1,865 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,467 - $3,015. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,467 - $3,015 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$481 - $587 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$603 - $737 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$538 - $658 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$334 - $408 |
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 $759 - $927.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$759 - $927 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$349 - $427 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $650 - $794. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$650 - $794 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $820 - $1,002, which is about 2.5% 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 $489 - $597, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,309 - $1,599 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$820 - $1,002 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$489 - $597 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $738 - $902.
| Other Events Cost |
$738 - $902 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$738 - $902 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$385 - $471 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$385 - $471 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $6,299 - $7,699 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 125 guests spend between $2,636 - $3,222 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Saint Louis MO is $1,930 - $2,358. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,299 - $7,699 |
19.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$269 - $329 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$387 - $473 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$734 - $897 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,636 - $3,222 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,930 - $2,358 |
6.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,587 - $1,939. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,587 - $1,939 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,587 - $1,939 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $657 - $803.
| Transportation Cost |
$657 - $803 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$657 - $803 |
2.0% |