2006-10-17 12:33:32 · 16 answers · asked by Melissa V 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
It is true that traditionally the brides parents pay for the flowers. But here is the deal, now days the brides parents do not pay for everything! If you feel comfortable you can ask for certain people to help you out with certain things. Or if they offer even better. But don't feel like you have to plan this whole thing all on your own! My guy friends parents payed for half of everything at his wedding.
2006-10-17 12:57:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The bride and groom pay for ALL wedding expenses unless any parents/family *volunteer* to pick up some of the costs.
2006-10-17 13:26:13 · answer #2 · answered by Etiquette Gal 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The brides parents pay for the wedding. The grooms parents pay for the wedding rehearsal dinner. Or whatever financial help you want to voluntarily lend to the brides parents. These days it's very expensive for everyone.'
2006-10-17 12:41:36 · answer #3 · answered by Bluealt 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Traditionally the breakdown goes something like this:
The Bride and Her Family:
Engagement party (if held)
Groom's wedding ring
Wedding gift for groom
Bridesmaid's luncheon (if held)
Pre wedding parties
Gifts for bridal attendants
Flowers - (THIS IS THE ONE YOU ASKED ABOUT)
Bride's wedding dress and accessories
Trousseau and lingerie
Invitations, announcements and stationery
Mailing costs associated with invitations and announcements
Wedding Guest Book
Transportation for bridal party from bride's home to the ceremony
Cost of ceremony - all related costs, i.e. rental fees, flowers, music, etc.
Transportation of wedding party from ceremony to reception
Cost of reception - all related costs, i.e. rental fees, food, beverages, decor, music, etc.
Photography/Videography
Wedding consultant fees (if applicable)
Bride's physical exam and blood test (if applicable)
The Groom and His Family:
Bride's wedding ring
Wedding gift for the bride
Gifts for best man, groomsman and ushers
Bachelor dinner (if not given by best man)
Groom's physical exam and blood test (if required)
Groom's wedding attire
Marriage license
Rehearsal dinner
Fee for wedding officiant
Honeymoon
Alcoholic Beverages at reception (if applicable)
The Maid/Matron of Honor and the Bridesmaids:
Own dress and accessories
Gift for the couple
Parties or entertainment for the bride
Bridal Shower
Shower gift
Own transportation to and from wedding
The Best Man, Groomsmen and Ushers:
Own clothing rental
Gift for the couple
Bachelor dinner
Parties or entertainment for groom
Own transportation to and from wedding
Bride and Groom:
Gifts of appreciation for those who helped with the wedding
In current days though, the couple is more and more often choosing to pay for the entire thing themselves (with exception of services offered by family as gifts). In truth, it is the couple's responsibility to pay for their own wedding these days. You would not throw any other party and expect your parents to pay would you?
2006-10-17 15:10:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brides parents will pay the wedding flowers.
2006-10-17 23:04:42 · answer #5 · answered by babitha t 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it's the brides parents but both parties can talk/decide about it and help each other for the good outcome of the occasion or it all depends on the bride and the groom.
2006-10-17 13:17:49 · answer #6 · answered by warmhearted 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The couple should be paying for everything for the wedding. If not, you all need to have a meeting with the couple and both sets of parents to figure everything out.
2006-10-17 16:17:30 · answer #7 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In most of the cases its the brides parents who pay for the wedding!!!
2006-10-17 12:36:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
The grooms parents should pay for the flowers (all flowers... down to the centerpieces and flowergirl petals). They should also pay for transportation, rehearsal dinner and liquer for the reception.
2006-10-17 12:42:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Unless they offer to pay for the flowers specifically as a wedding gift to you, then you pay for them yourself. Same rule applies for the wedding album.
2006-10-17 12:46:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋