For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $43,439 - $53,093. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $386. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,439 - $53,093.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,439 - $53,093 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mc Lean VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $863 - $1,055. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $931 - $1,137.
In Mc Lean VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,089 - $6,219. This represents about 11.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,281 - $8,899 |
16.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$863 - $1,055 |
2.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$399 - $487 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$931 - $1,137 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,089 - $6,219 |
11.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $447 - $547. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$447 - $547 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$447 - $547 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $316 - $386. 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 |
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,249 - $2,749, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,558 - $1,904.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,249 - $2,749 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,558 - $1,904 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$691 - $845 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $16,440 - $20,094, which is about 37.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,440 - $20,094 |
37.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,348 - $2,870 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,527 - $5,533 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,893 - $9,647 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,672 - $2,044 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,248 - $3,970. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,248 - $3,970 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$706 - $862 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$962 - $1,176 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$561 - $685 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$358 - $438 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $847 - $1,035.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$847 - $1,035 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $972 - $1,188. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$972 - $1,188 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,590 - $3,166, which is about 6.0% 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 $1,572 - $1,922, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,163 - $5,088 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,590 - $3,166 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,572 - $1,922 |
3.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $4,757 - $5,815 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $4,757 - $5,815 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,757 - $5,815 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,757 - $5,815 |
11.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,418 - $2,956. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,418 - $2,956 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,418 - $2,956 |
5.6% |