For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $21,765 - $26,601. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $193. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,765 - $26,601.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,765 - $26,601 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $234 - $286. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $222 - $272.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,282 - $1,566. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,738 - $2,124 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$222 - $272 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,282 - $1,566 |
5.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $104 - $127. 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 |
$104 - $127 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $701 - $857, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $701 - $857.
| Entertainment Cost |
$701 - $857 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$701 - $857 |
3.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,824 - $2,230. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,824 - $2,230 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$333 - $407 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$150 - $184 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$439 - $537 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$583 - $713 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$319 - $389 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $566 - $692.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$566 - $692 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$361 - $441 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$205 - $251 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $506 - $618. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$506 - $618 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $1,508 - $1,843 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $1,508 - $1,843 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,508 - $1,843 |
6.9% |
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
3.8% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$13,999 - $17,109 |
64.3% |