#weddingcreashers

A bride's parents foot the bill for most of the whole wedding?. This tradition of dowry is changing, since she will be able to earn income now. These days, many couples are splitting the costs evenly among themselves, with and without their parents.

Take a look at the traditional cost breakdown of a wedding for reference. But keep in mind that no one is required to follow these rules — it all depends on your own situation.

Bride pays for:

Groom's ring

Wedding gift for groom

Gifts for bridesmaids

Bridal party luncheon

Bridal party transportation to wedding

Bride's family pays for:

Engagement party

Invites

Wedding planner or coordinator

Wedding dress

Bridal party transportation to wedding

Reception

Vendors

Ceremony

Their own attire

Gifts for the couple

Groom pays for:

Engagement ring and bride's wedding ring

Wedding gift for bride

Gifts for groomsmen

Marriage license

Officiant's fee

Wedding wear

Honeymoon

Boutonnieres for groomsmen, fathers, and grandfathers

Bridal bouquet

Corsages for mothers and grandmothers

Transportation for groomsmen to wedding

Groom's family pays for:

Rehearsal dinner

Alcohol at the reception (optional)

Their own wedding wear

Gifts for the couple

Wedding party pays for:

Their own attire

Best man and groomsmen host the bachelor party

Maid of honor and bridesmaids host the wedding shower and/or bachelorette

Gifts for the couple

Guests pay for:

Their own attire

Transportation

Gifts for the couple/registry