For a wedding with 125 guests in the st louis, the estimated total cost is around $28,271 - $34,553. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in st louis is approximately $251. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,271 - $34,553.
The average wedding cost in st louis is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,271 - $34,553 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $224 - $274. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $241 - $295.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,321 - $1,615. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,890 - $2,310 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$224 - $274 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$241 - $295 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,321 - $1,615 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in st louis is $368 - $450. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the st louis area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$368 - $450 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in st louis is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,344 - $1,642, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the st louis area is $931 - $1,137.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,344 - $1,642 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$931 - $1,137 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$413 - $505 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in st louis, you should budget approximately $12,483 - $15,257, which is about 44.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,483 - $15,257 |
44.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,011 - $2,457 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,875 - $4,736 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,168 - $6,316 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,236 - $2,732. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,236 - $2,732 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$419 - $512 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$324 - $396 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$545 - $667 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$462 - $564 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$296 - $362 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $774 - $946.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$774 - $946 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $161 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$326 - $398 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$220 - $268 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $812 - $992. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$812 - $992 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $742 - $906, which is about 2.6% 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 $450 - $550, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,410 - $5,390 |
15.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,218 - $3,934 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$742 - $906 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$450 - $550 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the st louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $686 - $838.
| Other Events Cost |
$686 - $838 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$686 - $838 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$383 - $469 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in st louis spend between $2,429 - $2,969 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in st louis with 125 guests spend between $2,117 - $2,587 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,429 - $2,969 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$312 - $382 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,117 - $2,587 |
7.5% |