What To Do When Your Bridal Party Complains About Expenses

Firstly, be considerate to your friends and family. Yes it is “your big day” and we all hope that it is a once in a lifetime event but do not expect your friends and relatives to feel the same. Be considerate to their budgets. It is likely that your maids and will only wear their dresses for a few hours so don’t make them have to take out a second mortgage to be well dressed for your big day. Choose bridesmaid dresses that are reasonably priced. Have your bridesmaids tell you what is reasonably priced for them or consult with them to find a dress that is within their budget and style.

Brides are not required to pay for their bridesmaids’ dresses but if you have your heart set on a designer gown and it is way out of reach for your friends, consider whether or not there is room in your wedding budget to pay for it. If not, consider paying for half. Also consider mitigating expenses in other ways. If your bridesmaids are buying their own dresses, don’t make them buy jewelry and shoes too– allow your bridesmaids to wear jewelry or shoes from their personal collection or offer to pay for it.

By communicating openly with your bridal party and being willing to compromise, this will make for a happier bridal party and a happier bridal party means less stress and drama for the bride and groom.
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