For a wedding with 125 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $64,584 - $78,936. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Seattle WA is approximately $574. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $64,584 - $78,936.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $64,584 - $78,936 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $388 - $474. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $418 - $510.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,286 - $2,794. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,272 - $3,999 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$388 - $474 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$418 - $510 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,286 - $2,794 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Seattle WA is $590 - $722. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Seattle WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$590 - $722 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$590 - $722 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $353 - $431. 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 |
$353 - $431 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,652 - $5,686, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,984 - $2,424.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,652 - $5,686 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,984 - $2,424 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,789 - $2,187 |
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 Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $21,770 - $26,608, which is about 33.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,770 - $26,608 |
33.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,164 - $3,867 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,098 - $7,454 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,256 - $12,536 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,252 - $2,752 |
3.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,922 - $4,794. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,922 - $4,794 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$782 - $956 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$356 - $435 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$393 - $481 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$741 - $905 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$473 - $579 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,093 - $1,335.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,093 - $1,335 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$513 - $627 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$266 - $326 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $971 - $1,187. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$971 - $1,187 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,298 - $1,586, which is about 2.0% 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 $788 - $963, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,380 - $10,242 |
13.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$290 - $354 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,634 - $6,886 |
8.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$371 - $453 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$788 - $963 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Seattle WA area is $317 - $387. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,461 - $1,785.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,461 - $1,785 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,461 - $1,785 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$507 - $619 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$507 - $619 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $10,215 - $12,485 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 125 guests spend between $5,561 - $6,797 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Seattle WA is $4,226 - $5,166. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,215 - $12,485 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$428 - $523 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,561 - $6,797 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,226 - $5,166 |
6.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Seattle WA is estimated to be $6,368 - $7,783. This service accounts for 9.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,368 - $7,783 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,368 - $7,783 |
9.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $715 - $873.
| Transportation Cost |
$715 - $873 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$715 - $873 |
1.1% |