For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,973 - $50,078. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $364. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,973 - $50,078.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,973 - $50,078 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Naperville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $421 - $515. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $454 - $554.
In Naperville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,486 - $3,038. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,556 - $4,346 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$421 - $515 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$195 - $239 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,486 - $3,038 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $402 - $492. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$402 - $492 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $253 - $309. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,584 - $1,936, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,097 - $1,341.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,584 - $1,936 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$487 - $595 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $15,216 - $18,598, which is about 37.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,216 - $18,598 |
37.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,119 - $2,589 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,083 - $4,991 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,507 - $9,175 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,508 - $1,843 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,549 - $3,115. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,549 - $3,115 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$535 - $653 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$672 - $822 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$505 - $617 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$322 - $394 |
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 $836 - $1,022.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $785 - $959. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$785 - $959 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,266 - $1,548, which is about 3.1% 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 $769 - $939, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,537 - $9,211 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,502 - $6,724 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,266 - $1,548 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$769 - $939 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $807 - $987.
| Other Events Cost |
$807 - $987 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$807 - $987 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,094 - $6,226 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,494 - $3,048 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,895 - $2,316. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,094 - $6,226 |
12.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$421 - $515 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,494 - $3,048 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,895 - $2,316 |
4.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,701 - $2,079. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,701 - $2,079 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,701 - $2,079 |
4.2% |