2007-01-04 03:36:47 · 20 answers · asked by lexmo 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
There are no longer any hard and fast rules as to "Who Pays for What", but a general guideline follows as to the traditional breakdown.
Traditional Breakdown of Expenses
Wedding Gown, Headpiece & Accessories
The Bride's Family
Wedding Ring for Bride
The Groom
Wedding Ring for Groom
The Bride
Wedding Gift for Groom
The Bride
Wedding Gift for Bride
The Groom
Bridesmaid Gifts
The Bride
Groomsmen/Usher Gifts
The Groom
Bride's Bouquet
The Groom
Bridesmaid Bouquets
The Bride's Family
Mother's Corsages
The Groom
Grandmother Corsages
The Bride's Family
Groom's Boutonniere
The Groom
Groomsmen Boutonnieres
The Groom
Usher's Boutonnieres
The Groom
Ceremony/Reception Flowers
The Bride's Family
Altar Baskets/Arches
The Bride's Family
Canopy/Carpet
The Bride's Family
Kneeling Bench/Candleabrahs
The Bride's Family
Rented Items for Wedding
The Bride's Family
Rented Items for Reception
The Bride's Family
Invitations/Announcements
The Bride's Family
Wedding Programs
The Bride's Family
Napkins/Matches/Printed Items
The Bride's Family
Marriage License
The Groom
Medical Visit for Bride
The Bride
Medical Visit for Groom
The Groom
Church Fee
The Bride's Family
Clergyman/Officiant Fee
The Groom
Musician/Soloist
The Bride's Family
Church Janitor
The Bride's Family
Reception Hall Fee
The Bride's Family
Catered Reception/Professional Services
The Bride's Family
Wedding Photography
The Bride's Family
Video Photography
The Bride's Family
Orchestra/Band/DJ
The Bride's Family
Wedding Cake
The Bride's Family
Wedding Favors
The Bride's Family
Groom's Cake
The Groom's Family
Rice Bags
The Bride's Family
Rehearsal Dinner
The Grooms Family
Bridesmaid Luncheon
The Bride
Bachelor Party
Best Man/Groom's Attendants
Wedding Breakfast
The Bride's Family
Bridal Brunch
The Bride's Family
Bridesmaid's Gowns
Bridesmaid's
Maid of Honor Gown
Maid of Honor
Matron of Honor Gown
Matron of Honor
Best Man Formal Wear
Best Man
Usher's Formal Wear
Ushers
Groomsmen's Formal Wear
Groomsmen
Gloves/Ties/Ascots for Attendants
The Groom
Father of Bride Formal Wear
Bride's Family
Father of Groom Formal Wear
Groom's Family
Children's Formal Wear
The Children's Parents
Limousine Service
The Groom
Honeymoon Arrangements
The Groom
Travel Expenses to the Wedding
The Out-of-town Attendant or Family Member
Accommodations for out-of town Guests
The Bride
Gifts for the Couple
Guest, Attendants and Family
I think this covers everything LOL I hope it helps. Good luck!!
2007-01-04 03:44:14 · answer #1 · answered by foruipurr 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In the US, traditionally, the bride's parents paid for the wedding and the groom's parents paid for the rehearsal dinner.
Today, that is one tradition that is no longer observed. Most couples find that they are on their own when it comes to their wedding.
The critical point is that engaged couples should have an honest discussion with their parents to ask if they will be given a gift of money to help pay for the event. They should also keep in mind that accepting money means accepting some level of control by the parents. If you don't want them to have a say, then don't accept any money from them. Similarly, if they don't give any money, then they don't get any say.
From my experience in the bridal business, I would strongly urge that you do not make any plans or sign any contracts until you have gifted money in hand. I cannot tell you the number of couples who signed contracts with vendors on the basis of verbal promises from parents who broke their promises and left the couple with the fees.
2007-01-04 11:44:51 · answer #2 · answered by Karen L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally it is the bride's family that pays for the wedding. The groom's family traditionally is to pay for the reception dinner and possibly the honeymoon. But I have known very few people anymore that have their parents pay for the entire wedding!
2007-01-04 11:41:21 · answer #3 · answered by Brian and Kari 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wedding is the only tradition left in the process. But traditionally it costs more to the bride's side.
2007-01-04 11:46:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally the womans family pays for everything but the rehearsal dinner. The rest is up to the grooms family to decide.
2007-01-04 11:46:11 · answer #5 · answered by Tink 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to old fashioned traditions, when a young woman was to be married, her parents paid for the wedding. Today, some couples are fortunate to have their generous parents flip the bill but the latest is for the couple to pay for their own wedding with some help from the parents.
2007-01-04 11:45:36 · answer #6 · answered by Teddy Bear 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally...the bride's parents pay for the wedding, the groom's parents pay for the rehearsal dinner...kinda luck out if ya have all boys huh!
2007-01-04 11:44:45 · answer #7 · answered by mommyismyname 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The brides Father
2007-01-04 12:21:27 · answer #8 · answered by Domino's Mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think there are traditions anymore! Anything goes!
Brides family used to pay for the wedding and reception
Grooms family used to pay for the rehersal dinner
Groom was to pay for the honeymoon
2007-01-04 11:39:08 · answer #9 · answered by his temptress 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The grooms family pays for the rehearsle dinner. The brides family pays for the wedding, church, minister and reception and rec3ption hall.The bride pays for the bride maids dress if she can't afford to pay for her own. The best men pay for their tux.
2007-01-04 11:42:11 · answer #10 · answered by ruth4526 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋