For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $8,480 - $10,364. 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 $248. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $8,480 - $10,364.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $8,480 - $10,364 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 $192 - $234. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $183 - $223.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,051 - $1,285. This represents about 12.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,516 - $1,852 |
17.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
2.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$90 - $110 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$183 - $223 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
12.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $107 - $131. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$107 - $131 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$67 - $81 |
0.8% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $50 |
0.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,209 - $1,477. This accounts for roughly 14.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,209 - $1,477 |
14.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$356 - $435 |
4.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$160 - $196 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$440 - $538 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$164 - $200 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$89 - $109 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $152 - $186.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$152 - $186 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$96 - $118 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$56 - $68 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $112 - $136. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$112 - $136 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $18 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $1,466 - $1,792 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $1,466 - $1,792 on wedding photography, which is about 17.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,466 - $1,792 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,466 - $1,792 |
17.3% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$3,919 - $4,789 |
46.2% |