Dialogue: Bridal Party Garb

So you may wonder if you are supposed to pay for the bridesmaids dresses and groomsmen's tuxes or if they pay for it themselves. Because of our budget we had our buy their own stuff but they knew that when we asked them so they could have declined if it was a financial burden. I also know some people who think it is rude if you don't. But if you have a big bridal party, who can really front those costs unless you got lots of dough?

I don't think it is rude to make them pay if you are up front about it and are considerate to the costs by not selecting the most expensive dress, allowing flexibility on shoes for bargain shopping and to shop around for the best tux rental costs. I myself don't even mind if I was a bridesmaid to pay for my own dress and shoes as long as the bride was reasonable.

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I love this option of letting the bridesmaid find their own dresses within a color shade. Gives them room to bargain shop.

So what do you think? Is it rude to make them pay for their own garments when they already have to front the costs on parties, cost of travel, and gifts for you? Do you think it is necessary in today's economy and with many brides on tight budgets? What are you doing about your bridal party? Let's discuss!

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