| You must iron out all the details of the wedding to | | | | 4. The brides parents pay for the bride's gown, |
| make sure it is perfect for you. Expenses is a | | | | flowers for the reception and the wedding. They |
| major area that needs to be discussed prior to | | | | pay for the photographer, the reception |
| the wedding day. If you agree up front, you will | | | | expenses, food and drink, entertainment, the |
| make your wedding planning much easier. These | | | | cake and any transportation expenses involved. If |
| days, things can be a little different as not | | | | there is an engagement party, they would pay |
| everyone follows the wedding etiquette. A lot of | | | | for that also. Further, they pay for invitations, |
| couples pay for things jointly and that is okay. | | | | thank you notes and postage. |
| Whatever works for you is really the best. You | | | | 5. The bridesmaids pick up the cost of their own |
| have to do what is best for you and your family. | | | | dresses, the bridal shower, their own traveling |
| However, the list that follows is the traditional plan. | | | | expenses and the bachelorette party. |
| 1. The bride pays for the wedding ring of the | | | | 6. The groomsmen pay for their own clothing and |
| groom, a gift for the groom and gifts for the | | | | travel to the wedding and the bachelor party. |
| bridesmaids and any costs associated with the | | | | These are the traditional expectations, but in |
| bridesmaids which might include housing for the | | | | these days of economic troubles, the |
| event if they are from out of town. | | | | responsibilities are being spread around to make |
| 2. The groom pays for his bride's wedding and | | | | the cost lower for each person and his or her |
| engagement rings, a gift for the bride and gifts | | | | family. In fact, a lot of times, the couple |
| for the groomsmen and housing costs if they are | | | | themselves pay for their wedding plans. This too |
| from out of town. He also pays for his tuxedo | | | | should be planned in advance so there will be no |
| and accessories along with any flowers, | | | | surprises for anyone. |
| boutonnieres, corsages, bouquets and flowers. He | | | | Having a plan and sticking to it also keeps couples |
| pays clergy fees, the marriage license and the | | | | and families from arguing later on and everyone |
| cost of the honeymoon. That is really quite a bit | | | | will know what to expect. The plan should be |
| for the groom, so these days, family members | | | | discussed with everyone involved as early as |
| help to pick up some of those expenses. | | | | possible. These are the things that will help to |
| 3. The grooms parents are responsible for the | | | | make your day stress free and memorable. |
| rehearsal dinner. | | | | |