However, here are the traditional rules for paying for a wedding can be broken down as such:
The Bride Usually Pays For:
- The bridal luncheon, party or bridal tea for her bridesmaids
- Bridesmaid gifts
- The groom's ring
- A gift for her future husband
- Lodging for any out of town bridesmaids
- Transportation for her bridal party to wedding
The Groom Usually Pays For:
- The engagement ring
- The bride's wedding ring
- A wedding gift for his future wife
- Groomsmen gifts
- The marriage license (groom or groom's parents)
- Legal documents needed (groom or groom's parents)
- The clergy or officiant fee (groom or groom's parents)
- Lodging for any out of town groomsmen
- Transportation for his bridal party to wedding
- The bridal bouquet, boutonnieres, and corsages (groom or groom's parents)
- The Honeymoon (groom or groom's parents)
The Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids Pay For
- The bridal shower
- The bachelorette party
- Their attire and accessories
- Gifts for the couple
The Best Man and Groomsmen Pay For
- The bachelor party
- Their formal wear and accessories
- Gifts for the couple
The Parents of the Groom Pay For
- The rehearsal dinner
- The after wedding brunch
- Liquor at the wedding
- The band or DJ
- Their own wedding attire
- Gift for the couple
The Parents of the Bride
- Purchase the wedding dress
- Wedding planner
- Wedding decorations
- Wedding invitations
- Event venue location
- Photography
- Videographer
- Transportation
- Any other vendors including wedding favors
- Tips and gratuities
- Gift for the couple
- Their own wedding attire
Wedding Guests Usually Pay For
- Their own attire
- Their own transportation
- Their own hotel suite if needed
- Gift for the couple
