Who Pays For the Bridesmaids Gowns?
by Daily Wedding Blog
Filed under Etiquette, Wedding Dress
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Who pays for the bridesmaid gowns?
After the initial excitement of being asked to be bridesmaid is over, then comes the inevitable question, do I need to pay for my own bridesmaid gown? The general answer is yes; when you accept the invitation to become a bridesmaid you are expected to pay for your own gown. Once upon a time, the bride used to pay, but that is no longer the norm. However, bear in mind that this differs depending on what part of the world you are from. For example, in the USA and Australia the bride doesn’t pay, but in the UK most brides provide and pay for all the gowns.
When you start shopping around for gowns, it is a good idea to have a casual discussion about how much you can afford to spend on a dress. It’s not fair for the bride to pick out a lavish dress that will cost three weeks worth of pay if you cannot afford it. On the other hand, you should be realistic in your budget and set aside enough money for a nice dress that the bride would like.
You will find that if a bride has her heart set on bridesmaid gown that is over your limit, she may offer to pay the difference. The vital thing is to be upfront early on about how much you can realistically spend.
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