3.21.2017

Ruby's Blog | Financial Responsibilities



Hello Bride & Groom’s To Be!

I’m Ruby the Rochester Bride! As a newlywed of the Rochester area, I love sharing my knowledge of the wedding experience with newly engaged couples. This week, I am going to share with you some traditions and etiquette as far as wedding financial responsibilities go.

{1} The Bride & Groom's Financial Responsibilities: Some couples will divide up these responsibilities, and some will pay for everything together (besides gifts for each other). These are general guidelines, but vary for each bride & groom!
  • Wedding Rings 
  • Gift for Groom & Gift for Bride 
  • Gift for Attendants 
  • Accommodations for Attendants 
  • Programs 
  • His Tuxedo & Wedding Attire 
  • Wedding Guest Book 
  • Cake Knife 
  • Ring Bearer Pillow 
  • Thank You Cards 
  • Clergy Fee 
  • Marriage License 
  • Flowers for Groom, Groomsmen, and Family

{2} Bride’s Family:
  • Engagement Party
  • Bridal Shower
  • Postage
  • Bride’s Wedding Attire and Accessories
  • Reception: Rentals, Food, and Beverage
  • Wedding Cake
  • Decorations
  • Flowers for Bride and Bridal Party
  • Bridals Consultant
  • Church Fees
  • Music
  • Photographer
  • Videographer
  • Vendors Meals
  • Lighting
  • Invitations and Announcements
  • Wedding Favors
  • Transportation for Bridal Party

{3} Groom’s family:
  • Honeymoon 
  • Rehearsal dinner 

{4} Attendants:
  • Wedding Attire and Accessories 
  • Personal Travel 
  • Bachelor and Bachelorette Party 
  • Wedding Gift

{5} Guests:
  • Wedding Gift 
  • Travel and Hotel Expenses 
  • Transportation