For a wedding with 38 guests in the st louis MO, the estimated total cost is around $16,978 - $20,750. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in st louis MO is approximately $496. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,978 - $20,750.
The average wedding cost in st louis MO is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,978 - $20,750 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 $167 - $204. 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 $179 - $219.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $980 - $1,198. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,403 - $1,715 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$167 - $204 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$77 - $95 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$179 - $219 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$980 - $1,198 |
5.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in st louis MO is $102 - $124. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the st louis MO area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$102 - $124 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$102 - $124 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in st louis MO is $143 - $175. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$143 - $175 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $383 - $469, which is 2.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$383 - $469 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$383 - $469 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in st louis MO, you should budget approximately $1,486 - $1,816, which is about 8.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,486 - $1,816 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$508 - $620 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$978 - $1,196 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,633 - $1,995. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $556 |
2.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$206 - $252 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$75 - $91 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $798 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$149 - $183 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$95 - $117 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $358 - $438.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$358 - $438 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$130 - $158 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$82 - $100 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $221 - $271. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$221 - $271 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$32 - $39 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$47 - $57 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$26 - $32 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$31 - $37 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $547 - $669, 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 $332 - $406, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,656 - $4,468 |
21.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$122 - $150 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$122 - $150 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,375 - $2,903 |
14.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$157 - $191 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$547 - $669 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$332 - $406 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the st louis MO area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $637 - $779.
| Other Events Cost |
$637 - $779 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$637 - $779 |
3.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
2.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
2.3% |
On average, couples in st louis MO spend between $4,684 - $5,724 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in st louis MO with 38 guests spend between $1,967 - $2,404 on wedding photography, which is about 11.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in st louis MO is $1,494 - $1,826. This makes up a portion of your (8.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,684 - $5,724 |
27.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$308 - $376 |
1.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$396 - $484 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$519 - $635 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,967 - $2,404 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,494 - $1,826 |
8.8% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,492 - $1,824 |
8.8% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,492 - $1,824 |
8.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $156 - $190.
| Transportation Cost |
$156 - $190 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$156 - $190 |
0.9% |