{"id":318247,"date":"2022-05-31T07:00:36","date_gmt":"2022-05-31T06:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=318247"},"modified":"2023-09-04T11:55:54","modified_gmt":"2023-09-04T10:55:54","slug":"who-pays-bridesmaid-dresses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/who-pays-bridesmaid-dresses\/","title":{"rendered":"Who Pays For Bridesmaid Dresses? Find Out The Real Answer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you are a bride, bridesmaid, groom or bridesman, you’re wondering who foots the bill for the bridesmaid\/bridesman outfits.<\/p>\n

It’s a tricky debate and a decision that comes down to several considerations. But I am here to debunk the question of who pays for bridesmaid dresses in the UK<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Who Photo: Marianne Chua Photography<\/a> via Chainstore Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

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Who pays for bridesmaid dresses in the UK?<\/h2>\n

Quite simply, general etiquette in the UK is that the couple getting hitched, pays for the wedding outfits for the wedding party; bridesmaids, bridesmen, flower girls, page boys, groomsmen and groomswomen.<\/p>\n

Generally speaking, if you have a certain outfit in mind, a particular brand or colour scheme\/style, you should pay for the outfit. If you’ve asked your bridesmaid\/bridesman to be a part of your day, you should really expect to pay for their role in your wedding.<\/p>\n

However, there are some instances where a wedding party may be happy to contribute. It comes down to individual relationships, budget and some savvy alternative ideas.<\/p>\n

It could be thought that if the bridesmaid\/bridesman was to be a guest, they’d buy their own outfit. However, the choice is theirs as a guest, to buy new or re-wear something, how much to spend and what they choose to don.<\/p>\n

\"Who Photo: Emma Lawson<\/a> via Fife Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

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Bridesmaid Costs – FAQ Solved<\/h2>\n

Can bridesmaids pay for dresses?<\/h3>\n

Bridesmaids or bridesmen can absolutely pay for their dresses\/outfits if they choose to do so. If you are set on your wedding party paying, you need to have an honest conversation with them.<\/p>\n

Depending on your relationship and your situation, it may or may not go down well. Bear this in mind when going into this conversation and be open-minded.<\/p>\n

The last thing you want to do is wreck your relationships because of your wedding and squabbles about finances.<\/p>\n

\"Who Photo: Aurora Grey Photography<\/a> via Norfolk Barn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

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How do we ask bridesmaids to pay for their dresses?<\/h3>\n

Here are some ways to ask your bridesmaids\/bridesmen politely:<\/p>\n