For a wedding with 125 guests in the Lake Forest IL, the estimated total cost is around $46,574 - $56,924. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lake Forest IL is approximately $414. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,574 - $56,924.
The average wedding cost in Lake Forest IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,574 - $56,924 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Glencoe IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $822 - $1,004. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $884 - $1,080.
In Glencoe IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,892 - $5,980. This represents about 10.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,969 - $8,517 |
15.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$822 - $1,004 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$371 - $453 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$884 - $1,080 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,892 - $5,980 |
10.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Lake Forest IL is $473 - $578. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lake Forest IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lake Forest IL is $269 - $329. 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 |
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,378 - $4,128, which is 7.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lake Forest IL area is $1,440 - $1,760.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,378 - $4,128 |
7.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,440 - $1,760 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$638 - $780 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,300 - $1,588 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Lake Forest IL, you should budget approximately $16,516 - $20,186, which is about 35.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,516 - $20,186 |
35.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,497 - $3,051 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,846 - $5,922 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,414 - $9,062 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,760 - $2,151 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,216 - $3,930. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,216 - $3,930 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$619 - $757 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$883 - $1,079 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$597 - $729 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,045 - $1,277.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$303 - $371 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,239 - $1,515. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,239 - $1,515 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$554 - $677 |
1.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$554 - $677 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lake Forest IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,045 - $1,277.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Lake Forest IL spend between $8,428 - $10,300 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lake Forest IL with 125 guests spend between $4,001 - $4,890 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lake Forest IL is $3,068 - $3,750. This makes up a portion of your (6.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,428 - $10,300 |
18.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,001 - $4,890 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,068 - $3,750 |
6.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Lake Forest IL is estimated to be $2,201 - $2,690. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,201 - $2,690 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,201 - $2,690 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $590 - $722.
| Transportation Cost |
$590 - $722 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$590 - $722 |
1.3% |