As the groom, you (and in some cases
your family), are responsible for certain significant expenses.
The greatest of these will probably be the rehearsal dinner.
This cost applies if you've chosen to go the traditional route
of having the bride's family host the wedding. It is not uncommon
for both the bride and groom to share the expenses of the wedding,
and in such a case, they would also share the cost of the rehearsal
dinner. The same conditions apply to the honeymoon where the
tariff is often shared. As with all aspects of the wedding,
there are no absolute rules (other than showing up). That said,
here is a complete list of the expenses traditionally borne
by the groom, from rehearsal dinner to honeymoon.
The Rehearsal Dinner
All expenses from flowers to food
Rings
The bride's engagement ring
The bride's wedding ring
Gifts
A wedding gift for the bride -- this is not an absolute requirement,
but it's a nice old tradition that allows you to bring a personal
note into the wedding flurry. The gift choice is up to you,
but for generations, grooms have chosen the timeless gift of
pearls for their brides. She can wear them from today until
your 50th wedding anniversary.
A groomsman's gift for each of your attendants.
Flowers
The bride's bouquet (only in certain parts of the country)
The bride's going-away corsage
Corsages for the immediate family members (check with the bride,
she may have this in her floral budget)
Boutonnieres for your attendants.
Clothing
Your own tuxedo, whether you rent or buy Ties, gloves, cummerbunds
for the attendants if they are not part of the rental package.
Lodging & Transportation
Accommodations for out-of-town attendants Your own accommodation
Accommodations and transportation for out-of-town celebrant
only if he or she was invited by your family Transportation
for yourself and your best man to the ceremony Transportation
and accommodations for your parents
Paperwork
The marriage license Your own medical tests The celebrant's
donation or fee
The Honeymoon
Transportation to the honeymoon destination
Lodging
All meals
All activities
Every couple makes a different decision about how to handle
the finances for their wedding. This has been just one set of
guidelines that lean toward the traditional side. Don't hesitate
to discuss the whole topic as a couple to determine the choices
that make the most sense for you both.
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