Photo Credit:
Monkey Tree Photography (photos 1,4,5); Al Torres Photography (photos 2,3)
How many times have engaged couples asked themselves, who's going to pay for the wedding? Traditionally, the brides' family handles the majority of the cost, while the groom's family is responsible for a few minor details. Well, times have changed and it is no longer a question of who pays for what.
Monkey Tree Photography (photos 1,4,5); Al Torres Photography (photos 2,3)
How many times have engaged couples asked themselves, who's going to pay for the wedding? Traditionally, the brides' family handles the majority of the cost, while the groom's family is responsible for a few minor details. Well, times have changed and it is no longer a question of who pays for what.
Many of today's couples have decided to take charge and pay for their own wedding. Why? Many reasons apply, but the number one reason is probably because they want the final say so in all the decision-making. Why would a bride want to struggle with her parents when choosing the wedding reception venue, the flowers, the cake, the food? The list can just go on and on. If you like to stick to tradition, well then I've provided you a detailed list of who pays for what:
THE BRIDE PAYS FOR:
- wedding ring for the groom
- gifts for the attendants
- accommodation for out-of-town attendants
- wedding gift for the groom
- wedding day lingerie
- bridesmaids' luncheon
THE GROOM PAYS FOR:
- bride's rings (including the engagement ring)
- honeymoon vacation
- wedding gift for the bride
- marriage license
- groomsmen gifts
- bride's bouquet
- corsages for mother of bride and mother of groom
- boutonnieres for men in wedding party
- ties and accessories for the men in the wedding party
- clergy person, judge or wedding officiant fee
THE GROOM'S FAMILY PAYS FOR:
- their attire
- rehearsal dinner
- wedding planner
- engagement party and announcement
- wedding reception (including food, wedding cakes, chocolate fountain)
- bride's attire
- wedding invitations, announcements, thank you notes
- photographer
- videographer
- wedding ceremony costs
- bridesmaids and flower girls flowers and accessories
- ring bearers accessories
- transportation for bridal party from ceremony to reception
- all gratuities
- their attire
THE MAID OF HONOR PAYS FOR:
- wedding shower
- bachelorette party
- bachelor party
- wedding attire
- wedding gifts to the newlyweds
This is your wedding, so don't feel obligated to follow certain rules or follow certain wedding ettiquette. I hear many people say that it's all about the bride, but I beg to differ. It's not just about the bride....it's about the couple. Both are in this together, so together, the decisions should be made!
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