| As times change, traditions change, of course! While old-fashioned traditions may not apply exactly as planned, we can still look to them as general guidelines, rather than strict social rules. So here are the “old-fashioned” guidelines when it comes to “Who Pays What” for weddings. Keep in mind, these are just guidelines and are always negotiable! And remember that there are ways to trim these budget aspects down and check out our cost-saving wedding tips to find out more! |
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Bride’s Family
- Engagement party
- Wedding stationary
- The wedding consultant, if using
- Trousseau and wedding attire for the bride (including the old, new, borrowed and blue)
- Wedding attire for parents and anyone else for members living at home
- Photographers and any photography or videography done
- Floral arrangements including bouquets (except bride’s)
- All wedding day transportation and security (if using)
- A wedding gift for the newlyweds
- The ceremony (except officiant and musicians)
- The reception (including cake and entertainment)
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Groom’s Family
- The rehearsal dinner
- Their own wedding attire and any accessories
- A wedding gift for the newlyweds
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Bride
- Groom’s wedding ring and wedding gift
- Gifts and party for her bridal party
- Hairstylist and make up artist for herself
- Boutounniere for her father
- Any accommodations for out-of-town members of her bridal party
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Groom
- Engagement ring and bride’s wedding ring and wedding gift
- Marriage license and any medical exams or blood tests for it
- Own wedding attire with accessories
- Boutonnieres for himself and his bridal party
- Corsages for both mothers and grandmothers
- Bride’s bouquets (bridal, going-away and tossing)
- Any accommodations for out-of-town members of his bridal party
- Gifts for his bridal party and the bachelor party only if no one else pays for it
- Officiant’s fees for the ceremony
- Honeymoon
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Bridal Party
- Any bachelor/bachelorette parties
- Wedding attire and accessories for themselves
- Wedding gifts for newlyweds
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It may seem like alot but remember, this is obviously not set in stone anymore. It’s really whoever wants to pay for whatever portions. With more and more couples paying for their own wedding, the financial load on parents has been lifting.An interesting fact to know: the US average price for the entire wedding is $22,000 USD. Something to think about! Check out our money-saving tips for more to think about! |
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