Your Wedding... Who Pays For What? :: Williamsburg Weddings

Your Wedding... Who Pays For What?
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Traditional Wedding Expenses & Responsible Parties

You, your groom and your families may choose to divide expenses a little differently, but here is a basic guide to the traditional expenses that are involved in the planning of your wedding... and also who traditionally pays for what.

The Groom

Engagement ring
Bride's wedding band
Marriage license and legal fees
Officiant fee
His tux
His boutonniere
Boutonnieres for his groomsmen
Bride's bouquet
Flowers for mothers on both sides
See what else!

The Groom's Family

Their own wedding attire and travel expenses
Rehearsal dinner
Wedding gift to the bride and groom
Grooms cake
Any other costs you agree upon

The Bride

Groom's wedding band
Bridesmaid luncheon
Lodging for her out-of-town guests
Wedding gift for the groom
Gifts for her attendants and flower girl(s)

The Bride's Family

Their own wedding attire and travel expenses
Bride's wedding attire
Wedding invitations, save-the-dates, programs, announcements, calligraphy and mailing costs
Flowers for ceremony and reception
Personal flowers for attendants, grandparents, guests of honor, etc.
Wedding Planner
The wedding ceremony, including location rental fees, organist, aisle runner, decorations and any other additional costs
The wedding reception, including hall rental, caterer, beverages, cake, decorations, and any gratuities
Wedding band, DJ and entertainment
See what else!

Learn more about who pays for what! Read the complete article: Planning Your Wedding Expenses

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