For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chesapeake, the estimated total cost is around $35,042 - $42,830. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chesapeake is approximately $311. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,042 - $42,830.
The average wedding cost in Chesapeake is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,042 - $42,830 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chesapeake VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $430 - $526. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $464 - $567.
In Chesapeake VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,535 - $3,099. This represents about 7.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,429 - $4,191 |
9.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$464 - $567 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,535 - $3,099 |
7.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chesapeake is $440 - $538. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chesapeake area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$440 - $538 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$440 - $538 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chesapeake is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $534 - $652, which is 1.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$534 - $652 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$534 - $652 |
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 Chesapeake, you should budget approximately $12,792 - $15,634, which is about 36.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,792 - $15,634 |
36.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,548 - $5,558 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,565 - $8,023 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,688 - $3,286. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,688 - $3,286 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$520 - $636 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$720 - $880 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$553 - $675 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$354 - $432 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $91 - $111. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,367 - $1,671, which is about 3.9% 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 $830 - $1,014, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,131 - $9,937 |
23.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,934 - $7,252 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$830 - $1,014 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in Chesapeake VA spend between $4,820 - $5,891 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chesapeake with 125 guests spend between $2,739 - $3,347 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chesapeake is $2,081 - $2,543. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,820 - $5,891 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,739 - $3,347 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,081 - $2,543 |
5.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chesapeake is estimated to be $1,869 - $2,285. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,869 - $2,285 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,869 - $2,285 |
5.3% |