For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $57,578 - $70,374. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $512. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,578 - $70,374.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,578 - $70,374 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 $770 - $942. 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 $830 - $1,014.
In Vienna VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,539 - $5,547. This represents about 7.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,495 - $7,939 |
11.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$770 - $942 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$830 - $1,014 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,539 - $5,547 |
7.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $499 - $609. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$499 - $609 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$499 - $609 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $337 - $411. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$337 - $411 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,695 - $3,293, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,867 - $2,281.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,695 - $3,293 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,867 - $2,281 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$828 - $1,012 |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $19,346 - $23,645, which is about 33.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,346 - $23,645 |
33.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,699 - $3,299 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,203 - $6,359 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,522 - $11,638 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,922 - $2,349 |
3.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,228 - $3,946. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,228 - $3,946 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$741 - $905 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$626 - $766 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $490 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,051 - $1,285.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$437 - $535 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$243 - $297 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $868 - $1,060. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$868 - $1,060 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,476 - $3,026, which is about 4.3% 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 $1,502 - $1,836, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,978 - $4,862 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,476 - $3,026 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,502 - $1,836 |
2.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,374 - $1,680.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,374 - $1,680 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,374 - $1,680 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $10,607 - $12,964 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $5,458 - $6,670 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $4,148 - $5,070. This makes up a portion of your (7.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,607 - $12,964 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$506 - $618 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,458 - $6,670 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,148 - $5,070 |
7.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington DC is estimated to be $5,991 - $7,323. This service accounts for 10.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,991 - $7,323 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,991 - $7,323 |
10.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $632 - $772.
| Transportation Cost |
$632 - $772 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$632 - $772 |
1.1% |