Paying for your Wedding
The question of who pays for the wedding in the present day and age is a very difficult question to answer, whereas in the past traditionally everyone knew his and her role when a wedding was announced. There were strict rules of etiquette starting with the Groom asking the Bride’s Father for permission.
The Bride’s parents in middle class families, would then post an announcement in the paper and draw up the guest list, with due consideration to the Groom’s Family’s requirements. Tradition dictated it was the Bride’s parents who paid for the majority of the wedding, so here is a list to help you.
These rules of etiquette have, however, largely appeared to have disappeared. Recent surveys have show that the brunt of the cost of the wedding is now more often borne by the couple themselves with both the Bride’s and Groom’s parents making suitable contributions.
Most importantly approach the subject with an open mind; ensure both families are involved in forming the guest list and when considering plans they are more likely to offer to contribute. Be open, realistic and listen to suggestions and their views even when they differ from your own comprise may mean they are willing to contribute to the budget.
Different cultures however have very different views and who pays for what differs entirely.
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