{"id":12182,"date":"2018-03-28T15:26:12","date_gmt":"2018-03-28T15:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topweddingquestions.com\/blog\/?p=12182"},"modified":"2018-03-28T15:26:12","modified_gmt":"2018-03-28T15:26:12","slug":"is-it-customary-to-have-the-bridal-party-pay-for-their-wedding-attire-for-destination-weddings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning\/is-it-customary-to-have-the-bridal-party-pay-for-their-wedding-attire-for-destination-weddings","title":{"rendered":"Is it Customary to Have the Bridal Party Pay for Their Wedding Attire for Destination Weddings?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to destination weddings, do all the same rules still apply? Today we\u2019re tackling a question that we\u2019ve seen being asked over and over again – bridal attire for destination weddings \u2026 who foots the bill? Let\u2019s take a closer look below.<\/p>\n

Readers Ask<\/h2>\n

Is it customary to have the bridal party pay for their wedding attire for destination weddings?<\/h3>\n

Our Answer<\/h2>\n

Even if you\u2019re having an out-of-town wedding and there are plane tickets and hotel stays involved, traditionally the bridal party members still pay for their own attire. It\u2019s considered a classic responsibility of the bridesmaid and groomsmen.<\/p>\n

Now, if the bride and groom – or their families – want to help out with some of the cost, that\u2019s okay too! It\u2019s considerate to think ahead and realize that your friends and family members are truly going above and beyond for you. So, if you can help out with some of the travel expenses or have the ensembles be \u201con you\u201d – do it.<\/p>\n

Other Expert Answers<\/h2>\n

\u201cNo one in your bridal party will expect you to pay for their attire. And you don\u2019t have to, but if you have some extra money left in your budget, it would be a very nice gesture. You are already asking them to fork over a lot of dough for airfare, hotel, and other travel expenses. To also ask them to purchase an expensive dress that they\u2019ll only wear once can put a big strain on their budget.<\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t afford it, try to go a little easy on their pockets by choosing an inexpensive dress style that they can wear again in the future.\u201d – Destination Wedding Details<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cThere are no rules about what the couple has to pay for. The couple is not expected to pay for anyone\u2019s airfare or accommodations. However, many couples do offer to cover some of the bridal party\u2019s expenses, such as airfare, hotel or wedding attire. If the couple has a family member or friend that can\u2019t afford the trip but are essential to the wedding, the couple may choose to cover some or all of that person\u2019s travel and accommodation costs.\u201d – Ann\u2019s Bridal Bargains<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cWorried about the expenses related to have a bridal party? Don\u2019t stress! It\u2019s appropriate for the bridal party to cover their own attire. You can avoid any pre-wedding drama by making sure bridal party knows costs of their attire up front. This gives them the opportunity to decide whether or not they are okay with your expectations before they decide to play a major role in your big day. Recent trends have the bride covering hair and\/or makeup for their bridesmaids, but traditionally, bridesmaids have also covered this cost.\u201d – Honeyfund<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

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