For a wedding with 125 guests in the Fairfax VA, the estimated total cost is around $42,753 - $52,253. 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 $380. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,753 - $52,253.
The average wedding cost in Fairfax VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,753 - $52,253 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Vienna VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $565 - $691. 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 $609 - $745.
In Vienna VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,331 - $4,071. This represents about 7.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,767 - $5,827 |
11.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$565 - $691 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$609 - $745 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,331 - $4,071 |
7.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Fairfax VA is $418 - $510. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$418 - $510 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$418 - $510 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fairfax VA is $294 - $360. 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 |
$294 - $360 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,009 - $2,455, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fairfax VA area is $1,391 - $1,701.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,009 - $2,455 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,391 - $1,701 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$617 - $755 |
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 Fairfax VA, you should budget approximately $15,219 - $18,601, which is about 35.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,219 - $18,601 |
35.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,158 - $2,638 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,162 - $5,086 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,363 - $8,999 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,536 - $1,878 |
3.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,999 - $3,665. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,999 - $3,665 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$662 - $810 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$884 - $1,080 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$525 - $641 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $909 - $1,111.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$909 - $1,111 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$350 - $428 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $722 - $882. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,671 - $2,043, 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 $1,014 - $1,240, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,941 - $12,151 |
23.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,256 - $8,868 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,671 - $2,043 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,024 - $1,252.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in Fairfax VA spend between $4,150 - $5,072 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fairfax VA with 125 guests spend between $3,163 - $3,865 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,150 - $5,072 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$492 - $602 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,163 - $3,865 |
7.4% |