For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $35,038 - $42,824. 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 $311. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,038 - $42,824.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,038 - $42,824 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $297 - $363. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $320 - $391.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,750 - $2,138. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,504 - $3,060 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,750 - $2,138 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Seattle WA is $398 - $486. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Seattle WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$398 - $486 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$398 - $486 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $285 - $349. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$285 - $349 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,776 - $2,170, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,230 - $1,504.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,776 - $2,170 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,230 - $1,504 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $667 |
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 Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $14,814 - $18,106, which is about 42.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,814 - $18,106 |
42.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,193 - $2,681 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,229 - $5,169 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,830 - $8,348 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,562 - $1,909 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,696 - $3,296. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,696 - $3,296 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$553 - $675 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$354 - $432 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$721 - $881 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$499 - $609 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $896 - $1,096.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,096 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$356 - $435 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $889 - $1,087. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$889 - $1,087 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $982 - $1,200, which is about 2.8% 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 $596 - $728, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,839 - $7,137 |
16.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,262 - $5,209 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$982 - $1,200 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$596 - $728 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Seattle WA area is $317 - $387. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $906 - $1,108.
| Other Events Cost |
$906 - $1,108 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$906 - $1,108 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$507 - $619 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$507 - $619 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $3,210 - $3,924 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 125 guests spend between $2,797 - $3,419 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,210 - $3,924 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$413 - $505 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,797 - $3,419 |
8.0% |