What Expenses Do Grooms' Parents Cover for a Wedding?

Discover what costs grooms' parents traditionally cover during weddings, including attire, rehearsal dinner, and more.

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Grooms' parents typically pay for the rehearsal dinner, groom’s attire, boutonnieres, and corsages for close family members, and sometimes part of the honeymoon. They may also contribute to the wedding budget if they wish to support the couple financially.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What do grooms' parents pay for at a wedding? Grooms' parents typically pay for the rehearsal dinner, groom's attire, boutonnieres, and sometimes contribute to the honeymoon.
  2. Are there traditional costs that brides' parents cover? Yes, traditionally, brides' parents often cover costs such as the bridal party's attire, the venue, and other significant expenses.
  3. Do parents of the bride and groom split the wedding expenses? Yes, it's common for both sets of parents to contribute to wedding expenses, though specific arrangements can vary by couple.
  4. What is included in the wedding budget? A wedding budget typically includes costs for the venue, catering, attire, décor, entertainment, and any other associated expenses.

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