Who Do I Tip At My Wedding?

By: Yolanda Nash
Submitted: 2007-01-17 16:25:29
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So your having a wedding and you have a lot of people involved from caterers to the planner but you do not know who to tip or how much. Well below I have a list of some proper guidelines to give thanks to the people who made your dream come true.

Officiants

You should offer a donation to the church of $50.00 to $75.00

Waiters and waitresses

* 15% to 20% which is usually included in the contract. Although and extra 2% or 3% shows them that you really appreciate what they have done to make your day special.

Bartenders

* 15% to 20% is an exceptional tip.

Limousine Drivers/horse carriage etc

* 15% to 20% which is usually included in the contract but if you feel they have done an outstanding job than a little extra would be nice.

DJ's

* Tips for the DJ is not usually required but tip at your discretion.

Bands

* $20.00 per member of the band is an exceptional tip but usually is not required. (

Photographer and Videographers

* 15% to 20% if you feel they have done an outstanding job but is not required.

Florists

* 15% to 20% is a token of gratitude but is not required

Bakers

* 15% to 20%

Door greeters/Parking Attendants

* $2.00 to $3.00

Ceremony Staff

* $25.00 to $50.00 to the piano player or organist

Wedding Planners / Coordinators

Tip is usually included in the contract although if you feel they have done an exceptional job 15% to 20% is standard.

Caterer Executive chef

* The tip is usually included in the contract you signed although if you feel they have done an outstanding job then an extra 2% is exceptional.

Most of all remember all of these people made your wedding day possible so and kind gesture would be appreciated.

Yolanda is the owner of Yolandas wedding favors and wedding planner. She enjoys seeing all the different table decorations and wedding party favors that go along with the reception.

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