For a wedding with 125 guests in the St Louis, the estimated total cost is around $23,729 - $29,002. 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 $211. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,729 - $29,002.
The average wedding cost in St Louis is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,729 - $29,002 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 $257 - $314. 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 $275 - $337.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,511 - $1,847. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,162 - $2,642 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
6.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in St Louis is $447 - $547. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$447 - $547 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$447 - $547 |
1.9% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,173 - $1,433, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the St Louis area is $1,173 - $1,433.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,173 - $1,433 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
4.9% |
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 $7,067 - $8,637, which is about 29.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,067 - $8,637 |
29.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,414 - $2,950 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,653 - $5,687 |
19.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,225 - $2,719. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,225 - $2,719 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $611 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$690 - $844 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$631 - $771 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$404 - $494 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $307 - $375.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$307 - $375 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $249 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $626 - $765. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$626 - $765 |
2.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $861 - $1,053, which is about 3.6% 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 $523 - $639, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,124 - $6,262 |
21.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,740 - $4,571 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$861 - $1,053 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$523 - $639 |
2.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the St Louis area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $865 - $1,057.
| Other Events Cost |
$865 - $1,057 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$865 - $1,057 |
3.6% |
On average, couples in St Louis spend between $3,494 - $4,270 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in St Louis with 125 guests spend between $3,164 - $3,867 on wedding photography, which is about 13.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,494 - $4,270 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,164 - $3,867 |
13.3% |