For a wedding with 15 guests in the Chicago, IL, the estimated total cost is around $18,100 - $22,122. 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 $1,341. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,100 - $22,122.
The average wedding cost in Chicago, IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,100 - $22,122 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $352 - $430. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $392 - $480.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,155 - $2,633. This represents about 11.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,043 - $3,719 |
16.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$352 - $430 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$144 - $176 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $480 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,155 - $2,633 |
11.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Chicago, IL is $38 - $46. 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 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$38 - $46 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$38 - $46 |
0.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago, IL is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,301 - $1,590, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago, IL area is $876 - $1,070.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,301 - $1,590 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$876 - $1,070 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$425 - $519 |
2.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Chicago, IL, you should budget approximately $1,883 - $2,301, which is about 10.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,883 - $2,301 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$164 - $200 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$319 - $389 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,277 - $1,561 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$123 - $151 |
0.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,298 - $1,586. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,298 - $1,586 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$449 - $549 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$554 - $678 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$31 - $37 |
0.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $352 - $430.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$352 - $430 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$30 - $36 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $63 - $77. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$12 - $14 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$5 - $6 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$5 - $6 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$8 - $10 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$8 - $10 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,017 - $1,243, which is about 5.6% 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 $612 - $748, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,109 - $7,467 |
33.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,480 - $5,476 |
24.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$612 - $748 |
3.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago, IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
1.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $702 - $858.
| Other Events Cost |
$702 - $858 |
3.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$702 - $858 |
3.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago, IL spend between $2,413 - $2,949 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago, IL with 15 guests spend between $2,057 - $2,514 on wedding photography, which is about 11.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,413 - $2,949 |
13.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,057 - $2,514 |
11.4% |