{"id":45503,"date":"2016-02-03T15:15:24","date_gmt":"2016-02-03T20:15:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=45503"},"modified":"2017-08-06T15:21:07","modified_gmt":"2017-08-06T19:21:07","slug":"high-cost-bridesmaid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/uncategorized\/high-cost-bridesmaid","title":{"rendered":"The (High) Cost of Being a Bridesmaid"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"byline\">by Nancy Tessier<\/div>\n<p>How much can you expect to pay if you say \u201cyes\u201d to being a bridesmaid in a friend or family member\u2019s wedding?<\/p>\n<p>Before you accept this honor, you\u2019ve got a few things to consider. Not counting the time and effort involved over next eight to twelve months (depending on how far ahead of time you\u2019re asked to stand in the wedding), you\u2019re also looking at a non-trivial financial obligation. The following is a short list of items to think about before making that all-important decision to be part of the bridal party \u2014 or just enjoy the festivities from afar.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpInsert wpInsertInPostAd wpInsertMiddle\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>See Also\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-attire\/being-a-bridesmaid-the-costs\">Being A Bridesmaid: The Costs<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-attire\/its-my-bridal-party-and-ill-do-what-i-want-to\">Designer Bridesmaid Dresses<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_45509\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-45509\" style=\"width: 474px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45509\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/532b7dee939bff95d2fe952f537daadf.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"474\" height=\"711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/532b7dee939bff95d2fe952f537daadf.jpg 474w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/532b7dee939bff95d2fe952f537daadf-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-45509\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45509\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/532b7dee939bff95d2fe952f537daadf.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"474\" height=\"711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/532b7dee939bff95d2fe952f537daadf.jpg 474w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/532b7dee939bff95d2fe952f537daadf-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" \/><\/noscript> weddingchicks.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The Dress<\/h2>\n<p>The bride usually wants a specific style of dress \u2014 and she\u2019ll usually determine herself what you\u2019re wearing. (Hint: it\u2019s not a democracy!) If it\u2019s a lavish wedding and the bride\u2019s already picked out her gown, that usually sets the level of formality. As a result, your dress could end up costing you two to three hundred clams (or more) \u2026 and let\u2019s not forget the accessories.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_45512\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-45512\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41-589x800.jpg 589w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41-500x679.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-45512\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41-589x800.jpg 589w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/c272a92ec68963165828c1c5ddcdfd41-500x679.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript> elizabethannedesigns<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The Shoes<\/h2>\n<p>Those satin shoes don\u2019t come cheap! Most brides expect you to wear satin dyeable shoes to match your dress. Shop around for the best deals, and find a retailer who will dye them for free or at a discount if the whole bridal party buys through them.<\/p>\n<h2>Accessories<\/h2>\n<p>Hats, special brassieres or bustier, pantyhose, hair accessories, and jewellery \u2026 normally the bride splashes out for the jewelry as a thank-you gift. But if not, be ready to pay for the items she\u2019s picked for you to wear.<\/p>\n<h2>Hairstyling and Accessories<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll probably need to pay for your own hairstyling. Unless you already know the styles that look best on you, the procedure\u2019s the same as for the bride. First, find a style (or the bride will suggest a style). Second, find a stylist you trust. Third, do a dry run by having the stylist try the style on you. See how it holds up throughout the day.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_45511\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-45511\" style=\"width: 736px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"1104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-672x1008.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-45511\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"1104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/607b0e7bf852930ea5f2de52c975fb32-672x1008.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/noscript> Style Me Pretty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The Bridal Shower<\/h2>\n<p>Bridesmaids and the maid of honor typically host a bridal shower and split the cost among themselves. Depending on what you plan, this could cost a lot.<\/p>\n<h2>Childcare<\/h2>\n<p>Have kids? You may need to get a sitter for the day. Also, don\u2019t assume your children are are invited guests just because you\u2019re in the wedding party. If they <em>are <\/em>invited, you may need to make special arrangements so someone can care for them during the ceremony and reception. After all, your job really isn\u2019t over until after the dinner and speeches wrap up.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See Also\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-attire\/being-a-bridesmaid-the-costs\">Being A Bridesmaid: The Costs<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-attire\/its-my-bridal-party-and-ill-do-what-i-want-to\">Designer Bridesmaid Dresses<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Gifts<\/h2>\n<p>Even though you\u2019ve already spent a great deal of money to get ready for your friend\u2019s wedding, you still have to buy a gift for the bride and groom. A sentimental gift is best, but most often bridesmaids give money in an envelope with a nice card. How much to place in the envelope is entirely up to you \u2026 and the customs in your area.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_45508\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-45508\" style=\"width: 736px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-589x800.jpg 589w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-500x679.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-672x912.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-45508\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-45508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-589x800.jpg 589w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-500x679.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/81eab84680b20b023ad79bad37570880-672x912.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/noscript> elizabethannedesigns<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Thank You Notes<\/h2>\n<p>Finally, after the wedding you should sit down and write a nice note to the newlyweds, thanking them for letting you be part of their important day.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve got most of the facts and expenses on the table, it should be easier to make a clear decision whether to accept or decline your good friend\u2019s invitation to join her bridal party.<\/p>\n<div class=\"author\">Nancy Tessier is owner of Bridal Basics and is an industry professional specializing in the design and creation of wedding related items. For other articles, please visit her site at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bridalbasics.ca\">http:\/\/www.bridalbasics.ca<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"author\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"author\"><strong>More Bridesmaid Resources:<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"author\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"blog-title\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/bridal-party\/bridesmaid-duties\">What Is the Role of the Bridesmaid? Bridesmaid Duties.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"blog-title\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-attire\/its-my-bridal-party-and-ill-do-what-i-want-to\">Designer Bridesmaid Dresses | Tips &amp; Hints for Picking Bridesmaid Dresses<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"blog-title\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/uncategorized\/beautiful-bridesmaid-accessories-for-fairytale-weddings\">Beautiful Bridesmaid Accessories for Fairytale Weddings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"blog-title\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-attire\/beautiful-blushing-bridesmaids-gowns\">Beautiful, Blushing Bridesmaids Gowns<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by Nancy Tessier How much can you expect to pay if you say \u201cyes\u201d to being a bridesmaid in a friend or family member\u2019s wedding? Before you accept this honor, you\u2019ve got a few things to consider. Not counting the time and effort involved over next eight to twelve months (depending on how far ahead of time you\u2019re asked to stand in the wedding), you\u2019re also looking at a non-trivial financial obligation. The following is a short list of items [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":91,"featured_media":45513,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[5874,5876,5875,5877,5873],"class_list":["post-45503","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-beautiful","tag-beautiful-bridesmaid-accessories-for-fairytale-weddings","tag-blushing-bridesmaids-gowns","tag-designer-bridesmaid-dresses-tips-hints-for-picking-bridesmaid-dresses","tag-what-is-the-role-of-the-bridesmaid-bridesmaid-duties"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The (High) Cost of Being a Bridesmaid | | TopWeddingSites.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/uncategorized\/high-cost-bridesmaid\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The (High) Cost of Being a Bridesmaid | | TopWeddingSites.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"by Nancy Tessier How much can you expect to pay if you say \u201cyes\u201d to being a bridesmaid in a friend or family member\u2019s wedding? 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