Who Pays for What....?

Curious as to the most traditional way to divvy up the costs of your wedding?  Here is what the Bride's side is usually responsible for....

• Accommodations for the bride's attendants (although, this is optional - but if you're feeling generous....)
• Gifts to the bride's attendants
• Gift to the groom (again, optional)
• Bride's gown and accessories
• Bridesmaids' luncheon (this is usually 2-3 days before the wedding)
• Church/ceremony costs
• Flowers for the ceremoney and reception - this includes the bridesmaid's bouquets and boutonnieres for the groom
• Groom's ring
• Invitations and all things paper
• Music at the ceremony and reception
• Photography AND videography
• Reception expenses
• Rentals for the ceremony or reception
• Transportation for the bridal party to the ceremony and reception
• Transportation or lodging expenses for the officiant if invited by the bride's family
• Wedding consultant/planner

Of course, like anything else - these are just guidelines.  Today, many brides and grooms are paying for more of their own wedding expenses.  And it used to be that the parents selected the photographer - but the majority of the time, that decision is being made by the bride and groom.

Tomorrow - look for the other half of this.  What does the groom pay for?