Friday, June 29, 2007

Traditional --WHO PAYS FOR WHAT EXPENSES

Today most couples usually pay for their own wedding with some contributions from families. The average wedding budget will consist of spending anywhere from $5,000- $25,000 - (depending on your venue, honeymoon, decor and size of the event).

As planners we would also like to inform you that a planned out wedding 24 months to 12 months is an idea time. Although we have planned many weddings in a month's time frame .


#1 fact - You need to have a budget that is a must.

#2 fact - Set up an account for just wedding activities.


Both parties need to contribute at lease the same amount to the account every time you get paid.

The account is to be put in both names and to be used for wedding and honeymoon expenses only.


"""Remember This is not The I need this account....""""

(hint, nice pair of sandals, need my nails done or, oh I had to get my hair done). Or (hint, new 22's, video games, nor the new I Apple (phone), or whatever your friends have told you that you need to check out..... )

Just in case you did want a break down of who pays for A Traditional Wedding here we go!!!!


The Wedding Gown, Headpiece & Accessories --The Bride's Family


The Wedding Ring for the Bride --The Groom


The Wedding Ring for the Groom --The Bride


Wedding Gift for the Groom --The Bride


Wedding Gift for the Bride --The Groom


Bridesmaid Gifts --The Bride


Groomsmen/Usher Gifts --The Groom


Bride's Bouquet --The Groom


Bridesmaids Bouquet-- The Bride's Family


Mother's Corsages-- The Groom


Grandmother Corsages --The Bride's Family


Groom's Boutonniere --The Groom


Groomsmen Boutonnieres --The Groom


Father's Boutonnieres --The Bride


Usher's Boutonnieres --The Groom


Ceremony/Reception Flowers --The Bride's Family


Altar Baskets/Arches --The Bride's Family


Canopy/Carpet/Candleabras --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/Favors The Bride's Family


Marriage License --The Groom


Church Fee --The Bride's Family


Clergyman/Officiant Fee --The Groom


Musician/Soloist --The Bride


Reception Hall --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 Groom's Family


Wedding Cake --The Bride's Family


Grooms Cake --The Groom's Family


Rehearsal Dinner --The Groom's Family


Bridesmaid Luncheon-- The Bride


Bachelor Party --Best Man/Groom's Attendants


Bachelorette Party --Matron/Maid Of Honor


Wedding Breakfast-- The Bride's Family


Bridal Brunch-- The Bride's Family


Bridesmaid's Gown-- 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 -- Usher's


Groomsmen's Formal Wear --Groomsmen


Father of Bride Formal Wear-- The Bride's Family


Father of Groom Form Wear-- The Groom's Family


Grooms Formal Wear --The 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
Memeber

Accommodations for out-of-town Guest --The Brides Family



****Now as stated before this was Traditional Wedding Etiquette "Who Pays For What". *****

In today's world I will repeat usually the couple pays for everything with a little help from family members.


(next ...Who is Responsiblity for What).

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