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Roles & Responsibilities of the Bridal Party |
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Financial Responsibilities: Traditional Roles |
In the past the bride's family was expected to pay for the majority of the wedding costs, and many families still elect to shoulder the responsibility of providing a wedding for their daughter. However, for many couples in recent years it has come to be a shared responsibility among the bride and groom and their families.
If your families are interested in helping with expenses, what follows is an outline of the traditional division of costs.
The Bride and her family |
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Invitations and announcements |
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Bridal gown |
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Flowers |
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Photographs |
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Music |
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Reception (site and food) |
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Groom's ring |
The Groom and his family
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Bride's engagement and wedding rings |
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Officiant's fee or donation |
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Marriage license |
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Expenses of the honeymoon |
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Rehearsal dinner |
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Bride's bouquet and groomsmen's boutonnieres |
The Honor Attendants pay for the followingMaid or Matron of honor and Bridesmaids
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Apparel and all accessories |
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Transportation to the wedding city |
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Bridal shower |
Best man and Groomsmen
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Rental of wedding attire |
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Bachelor dinner |
Before you sit down with your families to discuss costs, be sure to have a dollar amount in mind and be ready to compromise. If your parents are willing to help pay they should have a say in the arrangements.
For more information on budgets, see Budgeting For Your Wedding: Dos And Don'ts.