Being asked to be a bridesmaid is an incredible honor, but it also comes with a lot of responsibilities and expenses. Bridesmaids are usually expected to pay for their own dresses, as well as any additional accessories and pre-wedding events. It's essential that brides carefully consider the cost of their dresses, as well as their height and body type when choosing their outfits for the wedding day. While it's a nice gesture for the bride to pay for the dress or part of the cost, it's important to discuss finances before offering your time and service as a member of a wedding party.
When selecting bridesmaid dresses, it's important to consider everyone's budget. Some brides may request that all bridesmaids wear the same dress, while others take a more relaxed approach to shopping. If you're given the go-ahead to shop freely, consider a variety of money-saving tricks to stay on budget. Search for what you already have or visit thrift stores and websites such as Facebook Marketplace for a good deal.
Keep in mind that the price does not include hems or tailoring. Nearly 80 percent of bridesmaids buy new shoes to wear with their bridesmaid dress and more than 60 percent buy additional accessories such as bridesmaid necklaces, hair accessories, bridesmaid earrings, and more. If the bride has no preference for hairstyle and makeup at the wedding party, the responsibility falls on the bridesmaids. It's important to be aware of the cost of being a bridesmaid before you offer your time and service as a member of a wedding party.
If you're having a larger wedding party, you can ask one of the other work-ready bridesmaids to help you with the glamour of the big day. Being a bridesmaid is an incredible honor, but it's also important to be aware of all the expenses that come with it.
