For a wedding with 125 guests in the Skokie IL, the estimated total cost is around $31,482 - $38,478. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Skokie IL is approximately $280. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,482 - $38,478.
The average wedding cost in Skokie IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,482 - $38,478 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. 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 $259 - $317.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,465 - $1,791. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,077 - $2,539 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$259 - $317 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,465 - $1,791 |
4.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $199 - $243. 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 |
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,882 - $2,300, which is 6.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Skokie IL area is $1,315 - $1,607.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,882 - $2,300 |
6.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$567 - $693 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Skokie IL, you should budget approximately $8,825 - $10,787, which is about 28.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,825 - $10,787 |
28.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,090 - $8,666 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,735 - $2,121 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,743 - $2,131. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,743 - $2,131 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $678 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$581 - $711 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$360 - $440 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $615 - $751.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$615 - $751 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$398 - $486 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $482 - $589. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$482 - $589 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $857 - $1,047, which is about 2.7% 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 $511 - $625, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,142 - $6,284 |
16.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,774 - $4,612 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$857 - $1,047 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$511 - $625 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Skokie IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,007 - $1,231.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,007 - $1,231 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,007 - $1,231 |
3.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Skokie IL spend between $6,681 - $8,165 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Skokie IL with 125 guests spend between $3,661 - $4,475 on wedding photography, which is about 11.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Skokie IL is $2,681 - $3,277. This makes up a portion of your (8.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,681 - $8,165 |
21.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,661 - $4,475 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,681 - $3,277 |
8.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Skokie IL is estimated to be $2,165 - $2,646. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,165 - $2,646 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,165 - $2,646 |
6.9% |