For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $26,643 - $32,563. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $237. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,643 - $32,563.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,643 - $32,563 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 $343 - $419. 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 $369 - $451.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,020 - $2,468. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,732 - $3,339 |
10.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$369 - $451 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,020 - $2,468 |
7.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $419 - $512. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$419 - $512 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$419 - $512 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,192 - $3,902, which is 12.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,192 - $3,902 which is 12.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,192 - $3,902 |
12.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,192 - $3,902 |
12.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $15,359 - $18,773, which is about 57.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,359 - $18,773 |
57.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,643 - $3,231 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,096 - $6,228 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,039 - $7,381 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $528 - $646. This accounts for roughly 2.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$528 - $646 |
2.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$528 - $646 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $360 - $440.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$360 - $440 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$360 - $440 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $500 - $612. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$500 - $612 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,651 - $3,240 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,651 - $3,240 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,651 - $3,240 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,651 - $3,240 |
9.9% |