2006-11-02 18:20:41 · 29 answers · asked by Tim C 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Well there is no set rule, but I did buy my bridesmaid dresses, because they were on average about $250 and I know my girls couldn't really afford it..... this is what I did I picked different dresses for all the girls, but they will all wear the same shoes. So I asked all the girls to pay for their own shoes and they are all so happy. It was something I could afford and I am really happy because now I am going to have an AWESOME looking wedding party.
2006-11-03 05:12:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the short, no.
Now, if the bride wants to she sure can, but that isn't very common.
When a girl agrees to be a bridesmaid she assumes the responsibility to pay for her: dress, dress alterations, shoes, hair, make-up, accessories, hotel, or anything else associated with her outfit or the day of the wedding.
If she is MOH she also agrees to take on the: wedding shower and bachlorette (although if the other bridesmaids/friends/family want to help they can).
It can be a BIG financial undertaking. It is nice if the bride picks a reasonably priced dress. Also, a lot of times the bride will give the jewerly to wear with the dress as a gift to the bridesmaids.
2006-11-03 03:31:17 · answer #2 · answered by Laura 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the time the bridesmaids pay for their own dresses. The reason being is that some brides see this is their gift for their wedding. I had my sister make my dresses (bad idea later on) but the girls paid for the material and the corset tops. I think that it is a nice way for the bridesmaids to show the bride that she can spend the money she would use on the bridesmaids dresses to make her wedding better and more what she wants. If you are looking for dresses for them that are not too expensive, try someplace like DEB or DOTS or Fashion Bug. Even Kauffman's/Macy's has dresses that go on clearance around February and May because of prom and dances. Try around those times to get dresses cheaper and that may suit many different body types.
2006-11-03 01:16:29 · answer #3 · answered by carmadsmom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Technically, members of the wedding party are responsible for their own clothing, transportation, flowers, etc. But it is always gracious and generous to 'pick up the tab' for others if one is able to do so.
I suggest that brides make a detailed list of exactly what expenses, obligations, and responsibilities they expect attendants to take on. (For instance, give a price range instead of merely saying "have hair done" or "buy shoes). Many a friendship has been ruined when being a bridesmaid turns out to be much more expensive and time consuming than a bride's best friend had anticipated.
2006-11-03 01:34:28 · answer #4 · answered by kill_yr_television 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually the bridesmaids take care of it. You might go about it differently if someone is having a hard time financially and you really want them to be in the wedding or if that's going to be your "gift" to them. Some brides let the "maids" pick their own style in a certain color so it's something they like and might wear again after paying the big bucks!
2006-11-03 01:21:21 · answer #5 · answered by rubikscube 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally that would normally be the case. However these days they tend to buy their own, or if bridesmaids are younger then the parents buy them. The bride normally presents bridesmaids with a gift as a thank-you at the wedding reception instead.
2006-11-02 19:41:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's the bridesmaid's responsibility to buy her own dress and shoes. However if the bride can afford the cost without going into debt while paying for everything else, then go for it.
2006-11-02 18:24:23 · answer #7 · answered by Cinnamon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally, all wedding party members pay for their own outfits. Some times, the bride will help if she wants a very expensive style or knows that someone she wants to have in the wedding party can not financially manage the cost. But in general, when you ask someone to be a bridesmaid, it is assumed that they will pay for their own dress.
2006-11-03 08:12:25 · answer #8 · answered by Chrys 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way. Bridesmaids should expect to pay for their own dress and shoes.
However, if the wedding is called off the bride should reimburse them for their dresses if already paid or pay the remaining balance on them (since bridesmaid dresses cannot be returned or refunded, unfortunately).
2006-11-03 01:44:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No she does not. The bride lets the bridesmaids know which dress she wants them to wear and it is their responsibility to buy the dress.
2006-11-03 00:25:24 · answer #10 · answered by martini_40727 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋