For a wedding with 125 guests in the Saint Louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $35,114 - $42,918. 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 $312. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,114 - $42,918.
The average wedding cost in Saint Louis MO is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,114 - $42,918 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 $365 - $446. 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 $392 - $480.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,148 - $2,626. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,074 - $3,758 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $446 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $480 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,148 - $2,626 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Saint Louis MO is $406 - $496. 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 |
$406 - $496 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$406 - $496 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Louis MO is $238 - $290. 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 |
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,478 - $1,806, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Louis MO area is $1,023 - $1,251.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,478 - $1,806 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$455 - $556 |
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 $13,044 - $15,942, which is about 37.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,044 - $15,942 |
37.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,165 - $2,646 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,172 - $5,099 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,168 - $6,316 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,445 - $2,989. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,445 - $2,989 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$485 - $593 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$615 - $751 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$509 - $623 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$326 - $398 |
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 $833 - $1,019.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$833 - $1,019 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$351 - $429 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $719 - $879. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$719 - $879 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
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 $1,127 - $1,377, which is about 3.2% 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 $684 - $836, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,704 - $8,194 |
19.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,893 - $5,981 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,127 - $1,377 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$684 - $836 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Louis MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $754 - $922.
| Other Events Cost |
$754 - $922 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$754 - $922 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO spend between $2,719 - $3,323 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Louis MO with 125 guests spend between $2,327 - $2,845 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,719 - $3,323 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,327 - $2,845 |
6.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Saint Louis MO is estimated to be $1,588 - $1,940. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,588 - $1,940 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
4.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $489 - $597.
| Transportation Cost |
$489 - $597 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$489 - $597 |
1.4% |