The mother of the groom should give the bride a gift, but what does the family traditionally pay for?
Since talking through how to divvy up your wedding budget fairly between you two and your families, you may have tossed around the traditional way of splitting costs where the bride's family pays for the majority of expenses.You wouldn't be the only couple to do that.According to The Knot, the bride's parents contribute 45 percent to the overall wedding budget, whereas the grooms parents contribution is 13 percent.
The bride's bouquet, reception music and entertainment, and the marriage license are some of the expenses that the grooms' parents are expected to cover.What do the groom's parents pay for?Some of the common aspects of a wedding that the groom's family typically covers have been revealed.
It is not uncommon for the groom's family to cover the cost of the engagement ring and wedding bands.Paying for the engagement rings can help keep the financial burden off the couple.
Not every couple has an engagement party.The groom's family likes to host a celebration for the newly engaged couple.The groom's parents would be responsible for the party expenses.
Sometimes the groom's family will cover the cost of the marriage license.It's a small gesture that goes a long way.
The cost of hiring an officiant can range from $0 to $1,000.It is one contribution that can make a big difference for couples trying to save money on their wedding day, as the groom's family will insist on paying for it.
If the groom's family is willing to contribute, his outfit will often fall under what they pay.His tuxedo, shoes, tie, socks and more could be included.
It is customary for the groom's parent to cover the cost of the flowers for his family and groomsmen.
If you want to follow tradition, the groom's family will host a rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding.The wedding party, immediate family and close friends of the couple are included in this party.