Footing the Wedding Bill
First of all, modern weddings are as unique as the couple that’s taking the big leap. Some folks get married bobbing along in scuba gear on the bottom of the ocean floor. Others, well, in midair while skydiving. Not long ago, most weddings were pretty much the same and had strict customs that prevailed. Of course, it very much depended on the religion of the involved parties.
Springing from the tradition of the dowry, most of the financial responsibility lay with the bride’s family. Plus, the bride’s parents are considered to be the hosts of the big day. But, that is if you’re doing it the old-fashioned way.
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So, how about we break it down and see how the costs are usually divvied up:
Bride/Bride’s Family
Engagement announcements (local newspapers, stationery, etc)
The engagement party
Bridal Consultant
Wedding Invitations
Church/Ceremony Location
Bride’s gown
FlowersPhotos/Video
Travel & Lodging for the Officiant
Lodging for Bridesmaids
Reception
Flowers & gifts for attendants
Groom’s ring
Groom’s present
Groom/ Groom’s Family
Corsages/Boutonnieres for both families
Lodging for Groom’s attendants
Marriage license
Officiants fees
Bride’s bouquet
Rehearsal Dinner
Bride’s engagement ring & wedding ring
Bride’s gift
Gifts and boutonnieres for his attendants
Honeymoon
Attendants
Attendants pay for their own clothing (including shoes)
Maid of Honor throws Bachelorette party
Best Man throws Bachelor Party
Meeting in the Middle
As a premiere Orange County wedding band, Undercover encounters families of all backgrounds. Naturally, they appreciate the beauty of customs that have been passed from one generation to the next. Plus, there are many brides out there whose parents have been dreaming of hosting a big day in honor of their little girl. However, on the flip side of that, there’s the old saying “money is power.” When someone else is footing the bill, they have a say in how their money is spent. Well, that’s only fair, right?
Countless modern couples want their day to play out exactly how they envision it. Plus, the only way to really do that is to pay for it themselves. How about, allowing the old wedding traditions to merely be a jumping off point for you? So, examine how things have been done in your families in the past generations. This alone, of course, can spark the important conversations that you and your fiancé need to have. Then, you can take this exciting leap together! They always say, “communication is key.” So, talking about footing the wedding bill is always an important topic for discussion to get things running smoothly.
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