For a wedding with 125 guests in the St louis, the estimated total cost is around $29,643 - $36,231. 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 $263. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,643 - $36,231.
The average wedding cost in St louis is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,643 - $36,231 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 $264 - $322. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $280 - $342.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,582 - $1,934. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,243 - $2,741 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$264 - $322 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$280 - $342 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,582 - $1,934 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St louis is $408 - $498. 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 |
$408 - $498 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$408 - $498 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in St louis is $207 - $253. 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 |
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,322 - $1,616, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St louis area is $923 - $1,129.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,322 - $1,616 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$923 - $1,129 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$399 - $487 |
1.3% |
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 $12,929 - $15,803, which is about 43.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,929 - $15,803 |
43.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,082 - $2,544 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,048 - $4,948 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,324 - $6,508 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,475 - $1,803 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,328 - $2,846. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,328 - $2,846 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$572 - $699 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$515 - $629 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$319 - $389 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $741 - $905.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$741 - $905 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$338 - $413 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$174 - $212 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $599 - $732. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$599 - $732 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $848 - $1,036, which is about 2.9% 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 $505 - $617, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,087 - $6,217 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,734 - $4,564 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$848 - $1,036 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$505 - $617 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St louis area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $865.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $865 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $865 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$385 - $471 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$385 - $471 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in St louis spend between $2,449 - $2,993 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St louis with 125 guests spend between $2,092 - $2,556 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,449 - $2,993 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$357 - $437 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,092 - $2,556 |
7.1% |