For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $35,560 - $43,462. 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 $316. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,560 - $43,462.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,560 - $43,462 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $264 - $322.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,440 - $1,760. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,060 - $2,518 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,440 - $1,760 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $414 - $506. 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 |
$414 - $506 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$414 - $506 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $185 - $226. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,535 - $1,877, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,064 - $1,300.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,535 - $1,877 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$472 - $576 |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $15,180 - $18,554, which is about 42.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,180 - $18,554 |
42.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,069 - $2,529 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,988 - $4,874 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,651 - $9,351 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,472 - $1,800 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,096 - $2,562. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,096 - $2,562 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$549 - $671 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$696 - $850 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$519 - $635 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$332 - $406 |
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 $773 - $945.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$773 - $945 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$336 - $410 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $700 - $856. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$700 - $856 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $753 - $921, which is about 2.1% 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 $457 - $559, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,483 - $5,479 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,272 - $4,000 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$753 - $921 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $783 - $957.
| Other Events Cost |
$783 - $957 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$783 - $957 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,173 - $3,878 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,418 - $2,956 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,173 - $3,878 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$339 - $415 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,418 - $2,956 |
6.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,415 - $4,173. This service accounts for 9.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,415 - $4,173 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,415 - $4,173 |
9.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $512 - $626.
| Transportation Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$512 - $626 |
1.4% |