who pays on the wedding-reception man or the women?
365799
THIS IS WHO SHOULD PAY FOR WHAT. CONGRATS! FUN A WONDERFUL WEDDING DAY!\n\nWedding Gown, Headpiece & Accessories - The Bride's Family\nWedding Ring for Bride - The Groom\nWedding Ring for Groom - The Bride\nWedding Gift for Groom - The Bride\nWedding Gift for Bride - The Groom\nBridesmaid Gifts - The Bride\nGroomsmen/Usher Gifts - The Groom\nBride's Bouquet - The Groom\nBridesmaid Bouquets - The Bride's Family\nMother's Corsages - The Groom\nGrandmother Corsages - The Bride's Family\nGroom's Boutonniere - The Groom\nGroomsmen Boutonnieres - The Groom\nUsher's Boutonnieres - The Groom\nCeremony/Reception Flowers - The Bride's Family\nAltar Baskets/Arches - The Bride's Family\nCanopy/Carpet - The Bride's Family\nKneeling Bench/Candleabrahs - The Bride's Family\nRented Items for Wedding - The Bride's Family\nRented Items for Reception - The Bride's Family\nInvitations/Announcements - The Bride's Family\nWedding Programs - The Bride's Family\nNapkins/Matches/Printed Items - The Bride's Family\nMarriage License - The Groom\nMedical Visit for Bride - The Bride\nMedical Visit for Groom - The Groom\nChurch Fee - The Bride's Family\nClergyman/Officiant Fee - The Groom\nMusician/Soloist - The Bride's Family\nChurch Janitor - The Bride's Family\nReception Hall Fee - The Bride's Family\nCatered Reception/Professional Services - The Bride's Family\nWedding Photography - The Bride's Family\nVideo Photography - The Bride's Family\nOrchestra/Band/DJ - The Bride's Family\nWedding Cake - The Bride's Family\nWedding Favors - The Bride's Family\nGroom's Cake - The Groom's Family\nRice Bags - The Bride's Family\nRehearsal Dinner - The Grooms Family\nBridesmaid Luncheon - The Bride\nBachelor Party - Best Man/Groom's Attendants\nWedding Breakfast - The Bride's Family\nBridal Brunch - The Bride's Family\nBridesmaid's Gowns - Bridesmaid's\nMaid of Honor Gown - Maid of Honor\nMatron of Honor Gown - Matron of Honor\nBest Man Formal Wear - Best Man\nUsher's Formal Wear - Ushers\nGroomsmen's Formal Wear - Groomsmen\nGloves/Ties/Ascots for Attendants - The Groom\nFather of Bride Formal Wear - Bride's Family\nFather of Groom Formal Wear - Groom's Family\nChildren's Formal Wear - The Children's Parents\nLimousine Service - The Groom\nHoneymoon Arrangements - The Groom\nTravel Expenses to the Wedding - The Out-of-town Attendant\nAccommodations for out-of town Guests - The Bride\nGifts for the Couple - Guest, Attendants and Family :)
722583
The Bride gets to pick the color and style but the individual bridsemaids pay for their own dresses, shoes whatever else is necessary. The bride should have a nice gift for each member of her party but she does not pay for their attire.
45075
Etiquette dictates that you spend the amount of your plate. So you figure the average wedding is about $125 per head - that's the amount you should give or spend on the couple. So that they either get their money back to pay for the reception dinner or either receive something of equal value. If you can't afford to cover the cost of your plate - then do the best that you can. The couple probably knows that you can't and isn't expecting you to.\nMuch Success!
386492
I guess I'm a bit old-fashioned on that one.  The gentleman should pay the lady's way.  Of course, that can be a little flexible, but in general, I think I was more comfortable paying for dates, even when I wasn't earning all that much.
151060
Daytime receptions are always cheaper, same goes for weekdays.  Food and alchohol are also huge expenses.  Try sticking to a "cake only" reception w/o alchohol.  Or, if you're having a very small wedding (20 or less) have the reception at someone's house and family members can help prepare the food beforehand.  Dress options: David's bridal is always having $99 sales, or if its an option, wear your mom's or grandma's dress.
719704
well, in my culture, there is a tradition that a groom should buy the bride when he comes to pick her up before the wedding.  And there is always a small girl who is dressed like a bride.  At some point the bride's friends bring her out telling the groom that whatever he has given is enough for a small bride... So he has to give more :)\nI am not sure you meant this...
1134666
I think it would be more important to him if you come to the wedding. That is where the groom needs his friends to support him and be there for him. If you don't want to take your date to both just decide which one you do want her to go to, and take her to one and you can go alone to the other. The reception is a celebration of the bride and groom. That is where everyone gets to congratulate them and have fun with them. \n\nAs for a wedding gift.....Money is very welcome gift anytime in my opinion\n\nIf you don't like that suggestion, just ask him what they need....that is the best way to go
319415
For a man it will be his mom, then his wife. His kids come next. Everybody wil have equal attention.\nFor a lady it will be the same. If she has kids then they come first.
1026629
If you are a guy, the court sets the amount. Its not your child's fault that you spend too much on a house. If you are the woman, that money is for your kid, not your house! Either way, you might need to think about a cheaper house or a better job. The courts give that payment for the child, not to reward or penalize you.
753675
In one way or another yes they do - be it a drink beforehand, a meal for the girlfriend or keeping the wife - they all pay and women know how to play them :-)
362092
The correct answer is... What you can afford to give. Everyone's discretionary income is different. You also have to consider the degree of closeness to the bride. I would say the average amount is somewhere around $40-60. You can also review the registry and make sure they will be able to purchase something! Good luck.
1149819
they could do some readings, be ushers, coordinate with wedding planner, an emcee at the reception, in charge of music and drinks, be responsible for the entertainment or gift bags. do you have maids of honor already or groomsmen? would somebody be lighting candles as a symbolic gesture?\nanyway, have a happy marriage. congratulations!
314642
Follow your heart, and also ask yourself if you really want to get married. Marriage is a serious thing, and make sure he is the one you want to marry. Money, looks means nothing if a guy/girl treats you like crap. Whoever is respectful of you and treats you who should be treated, go for that one. Good Luck!:P
485315
Hold the wedding/reception at a local park. Not sure what Maymont or or others charge in the area. Check with the park & rec departments of each county/city.
504782
I always give $75 or $100 depending on how well I know the person.  But if you haven't seen him for 7 years, less might be appropriate - say $50?.  Are you invited to the wedding?  If not, no need to send anything but a card.  If you're only invited to the reception, maybe $25?  The online registry answer is a good idea.
1074136
A male/female who has sex for money.
794893
Depends on the formality of the wedding.Why not ask someone in the Bridal party.