For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chester VA, the estimated total cost is around $35,338 - $43,190. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chester VA is approximately $314. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,338 - $43,190.
The average wedding cost in Chester VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,338 - $43,190 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chester VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $320 - $392. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
In Chester VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,891 - $2,311. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,360 - $2,884 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$320 - $392 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,891 - $2,311 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chester VA is $477 - $583. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chester VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$477 - $583 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$477 - $583 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chester VA is $284 - $347. 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 |
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,916 - $2,342, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chester VA area is $1,328 - $1,623.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,916 - $2,342 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,328 - $1,623 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$589 - $719 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chester VA, you should budget approximately $11,254 - $13,754, which is about 31.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,254 - $13,754 |
31.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,015 - $3,685 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,389 - $7,809 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,850 - $2,261 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,926 - $3,576. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,926 - $3,576 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$583 - $713 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$321 - $393 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$775 - $947 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$599 - $733 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$383 - $468 |
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 $913 - $1,115.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$913 - $1,115 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$421 - $515 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $797 - $975. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$797 - $975 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,076 - $1,315, which is about 3.0% 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 $653 - $799, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,402 - $7,824 |
18.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,673 - $5,711 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$653 - $799 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chester VA area is $262 - $320. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $978 - $1,196.
| Other Events Cost |
$978 - $1,196 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$978 - $1,196 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$418 - $510 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$418 - $510 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Chester VA spend between $5,688 - $6,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chester VA with 125 guests spend between $3,020 - $3,691 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chester VA is $2,294 - $2,804. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,688 - $6,952 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,020 - $3,691 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,294 - $2,804 |
6.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $664 - $812.
| Transportation Cost |
$664 - $812 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$664 - $812 |
1.9% |