Who pays for the hair of the bridesmaids?

Question

I think the bridemaids usually pay for their own hair (as I did in my friend's wedding...who is also one of my bridesmaids). My only concern is that the cost of living for the area in which I live is much higher than where my bridesmaids live and I feel bad making them shell out for an expensive hairdo.

Answer 1

I'm pretty sure that bridesmaids should expect to pay for their own attire and physical preparations themselves unless the bride offers. Every wedding that my sister or I have been in required us to pay for things ourselves.

Answer 2

I'm sure the bridesmaids will expect to pay for their own hair. But if you are concerned that it might be expecting too much of them, why don't you go to the shop and put some money down on account for that day and ask them to deduct a certain amount from each bridesmaids bill. It could make a huge difference and would be a good gesture. Good luck and congratulations!

Answer 3

I think that it's the bridesmaids responsibility. Sometimes the bride may offer as part of their "gift". When someone accepts the role of being a bridesmaid, there is a cost associated with that and most people understand that. I wouldn't be too concerned about it. I'm sure your girls will work it out. I would just pose it as optional and let them decide where to get their hair done...maybe they know somewhere cheaper. Best of luck!

Answer 4

I've never heard of bridesmaids paying for their own hair. Usually the bride and bridesmaids get their hair done at around the same time at the same salon, and the bride should pay for it.

Answer 5

I have always paid for my own hair as a bridesmaid, but having my hair done was always an optional thing. If you are requiring them to have their hair professionally done then you might consider paying for them. But if you are leaving it up to them, make sure they know approximately how much it will cost and let them decide. If they think they can do their own hair, why not?

Answer 6

ok if u dont have the money then let them pay for their own hairdos....i did when i was in a wedding....plus if were ur at is expensive then they can always find a place where they can go & get it down, then just meet u & the rest of the girls up later on like 10 am or whenever......they dont all have to have the same hairdo...the diff the better i like it when their diff....good luck & best wishs hope ur day is going to be just perfect god bless

Answer 7

If the girls are required to have their hair a certain way and the bride is going to be very picky about it, then the bride should be generous enough to cover the cost of the style.

However, if there are no restrictions on what the hair should be like, then it is fair to ask the girls to cover it themselves or just do it themselves. If you're able, you can give them x amount towards their hair as a nice gesture.

Answer 8

Usually the bridesmaids. If you're worried about them affording it, pick a simple do for them that they can do themselves, like a french twist or the wavy hair look, it takes absolutely nothing for them to do it themselves, and they'd be able to do some kind of girly type stuff.

Answer 9

the girls generally pay for their own. that is what they take on when accepting to be a bridesmaid.. If the girls are a bit worried that they can't afford it maybe just go for a simply style which will hopefully cost less..

Answer 10

I'm paying for my bridesmaid's hair, dress, make up, flowers, everything for the day. I've asked her to do me a favour, so why should she have to pay for anything? I just don't think it is right to ask people and then make them pay, that's like making your guests pay to attend the wedding.