Historically, the bride and/or her family have
assumed the majority of the wedding related expense. The
more modern approach allows for division of costs between
the couple and/or both sets of parents. Following are
some of the more traditional guidelines that you can
adopt or modify to suit your particular needs. The
itemization also provides a check list of matters that
may require attention in your wedding preparations
[Note: Usually, the attendants will pay for their
attire. If not, the bride will assume the expense of her
attendants and the groom for his.]