| Saturday, April 14, 2007 |
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Don't ask me why i was researching on such stuff, but i somehow just stumbled upon these information... so now i finally understand why in chinese traditions, girls are also known as 'pei qian huo'.. the below is a traditional guide as to how the expenses are usually divided between the two families during the planning of a wedding. The Bride's Family: The engagement party The reception,including the food and beverages like wine wedding cake decorations music flowers gratuities for the bartenders and waiters Wedding gift for the newly weds Wedding invitations,announcements and mailing costs Bride's wedding attire/trousseau Engagement and wedding photography The ceremony, including rental of the sanctuary fees for the organist, soloist or choir, and sexton;aisle carpets/runners and/or canopy/music flowers; and any additional costs for decorations Bridesmaids' bouquets Parking costs coat-check fees gratuities for traffic attendants Transportation for the bridal party, both to the wedding ceremony and from the ceremony to the reception Bridesmaids' luncheon Wedding albums Videographer's fee Personalized napkins, matchbooks, and guest towels The Groom's Family: Clothes for the wedding Their travel expenses Wedding gift for the newlyweds? The rehearsal dinner and any other expenses they elect to assume like omfg right? they might as well say let the bride's side pay for everything and the groom's family just stand by the side and watch the show. i think in modern times, like now, the total bill is split quite equally right?? even then, Shing, at this rate, i think we'll never get married knowing that we have to save up and pay off for most of the costs incurred, ourselves. lol. anyhows. i miss the boyfriend. my boyfriend. |