If you are wondering who should take on the task of paying for the bride’s dress, keep reading the blog of Nicola Centoducati Studio Fotografico.
The bride is always at the center of attention when it comes to weddings; in fact, many are the searches pouring onto the web regarding the topic of the wedding dress: how to choose it, who pays for it, and much more.
Italy is rich in different wedding traditions
Paying for a wedding dress is probably something that falls to the bride herself or to her family, but this is a question that arises both for those who rightly have no knowledge at all of the customs surrounding the world of wedding planning in Italy and for those who would somehow like to respect the traditions and typical customs of certain areas. For example, in some areas of the central south it is the mother-in-law who gives the dress to the bride, of course these are customs rooted in certain areas and have no value in others.
How it works usually today
The bride pays for her own dress
- It is the most common situation in modern couples: each takes care of their own personal expenses.
The bride's parents contribute or gift it
- It is a tradition still widespread, especially in more classic weddings. It can be a major gift or a partial contribution.
Does the mother-in-law or the groom's parents take part
- It happens when there is a close bond or when the groom’s family wants to make a meaningful gesture. It is not mandatory, but it is appreciated.
The couple splits the wedding costs
- More and more often: the spouses decide on a common budget and manage it together.
What to do to avoid mistakes
Beyond traditions, it is good to find an agreement between the families. The important thing is to avoid pressure or implicit expectations: it is better to talk about it gently and understand what makes everyone feel at ease. Usually, if these things are not handled in the right way, they can trigger misunderstandings between the families and the couple itself.
Conclusions
In this article we wanted to address the topic of “who pays for the wedding dress before the wedding”, let us know if it was useful in helping you clarify your ideas a bit on the matter.
In the meantime, we invite you to look at the photo galleries that we have dedicated to our brides.
