2007-03-09 03:56:12 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
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
2007-03-09 04:18:29 · answer #1 · answered by Proud to be 59 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These days, it's the ppl getting married who pay, not thier families.
They are often commited, have been together awhile, and sometimes have purchased houses or have kids together. It's no longer a typical case of a young woman leaving her family and a young man starting his career getting married and who have no resources. In those circumstances, if the families didn't pay, there wouldn't BE a wedding. And it was usually the bride's, as part of the bride price.
If anyone needs help these days paying for a wedding, then they ask for it. From anyone, including more distant relatives and sometimes friends. When I had my wedding, we had just had a baby, and I put it together in a month, and under $1000. Including the booze. The gifts, which we asked them not to give since most had flown out, more than covered the costs. Hmmm.... Profit on my own wedding... There is no need for expensive displays of conspicuous consumption. We had a full meal for about 80 ppl and a house party that went on 'til midnight. No DJ's, and pot luck. I couldn't imagine a more beautiful ceramony...
2007-03-09 04:13:11 · answer #2 · answered by treycapnerhurst 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think, that kind of etiquette has kind of died by now...many marrying couples have enough money to pay for their own weddings. And since many marrying couples have absurd ideas of a wedding budget (like way too much money being spent), it's wrong to expect any set of parents to bear that burden. If either set of parents A) has plenty of money and B) volunteers to pay for the wedding, then let them. Otherwise, expect to pay for it yourself, on a budget realistic to your own income. Or see if expenses can be split among the three couples. Again, keep to a realistic budget. Some parents have a hard time saying, "We can't afford that, honey." Some parents even go into debt on their marrying kids' behalf. Wrong, wrong, wrong.
OK, I'm finished ranting.
2007-03-09 04:04:01 · answer #3 · answered by katbyrd41 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
really, now, it's whoever can afford it, and often is a conglomeration of bride's family, groom's family, and the bride and groom themselves.
if it's an ettiquite thing and all parties involved could afford to pay for the whole thing, then it would fall on the bride's family.
2007-03-09 03:59:41 · answer #4 · answered by Some Lady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bride's family is supposed to pay for the wedding, reception etc. The bridegrooms family is supposed to pay for the rehearsal dinner.
2007-03-09 04:11:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No rules whatsoever.
The happy couple tries to get everyone else to pay for their outrageoulsy expensive wedding, even if they've been on their own for years and have a decent paying job.
It's the bride and groom's wedding. Pay for it yourself.
2007-03-09 04:04:20 · answer #6 · answered by parsonsel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Simple answer:
Traditionally, the groom's family pays for the rehearsal dinner and the flowers.
The bride's family pays for everything else.
2007-03-09 04:06:38 · answer #7 · answered by Snogood 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's kind of who ever can afford it. My finace and I have been together for 7 years and we are both College grads, have good jobs and have our own house. We don't need or expect anyone to pay for "our" wedding - however between his mom secretly depositing money in our bank account and my mom sending checks left and right we haven't had to pay for too much our selves. I think it's kind of rude to expect someone to pay for your wedding, I mean if you aren't old enough and stabile enough to pay for your own wedding, maybe this isn't the time for you to get married is my thought.
2007-03-09 06:20:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the boundaries on this have evaporated. Even 25 years ago, my husband and I paid for the invitations, my dress, and forewent a formal photograph because of cost. My parents paid for the hall and flowers. I know of couples who pay for it all, and those who pay for nothing. It really goes to who can afford what anymore without imposing undue hardship on anyone. Good luck and God Bless.
2007-03-09 04:01:35 · answer #9 · answered by tersey562 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
more and more couples are paying for their own weddings. my hubby and i did. tradition is the brides parents pay for the wedding, but i think this is very outdated, because i feel people should take responsibility for things. if your parents want to help, thats fine, but i just dont agree with people when they think their parents should pay for everything.
2007-03-09 04:05:26 · answer #10 · answered by Awesome Rockin Mom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋