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When preparing for a wedding, most people expect large expenses like the venue, catering, and photography. However, one area that often gets forgotten is tipping, and it can quickly add up.
As Apartment Therapy notes, there are many small costs that accumulate over time, and tipping is one expense that can easily slip through the cracks. They explain:
...as a general rule, it's advisable to leave a tip for everyone who helped make your wedding a success, with two exceptions: when gratuity is already included in your contract, or when the person providing the service runs their own business (such as a self-employed photographer or a band you hired directly). Also, don't forget to give cash tips to delivery drivers.
Real Simple provides useful guidelines on how much to tip each vendor. Below are a few of their recommendations:
Bathroom attendants: $1 to $2 per guest
Catering manager: $200 or more, or a thoughtful gift
Chef: $100 or more
Coat check attendants: $1 to $2 per guest
Hairstylist: 15 to 20 percent of the total cost
Hotel chambermaids: $2 to $5 per room; $10 to $15 if you used a suite as a dressing room
Limo or bus drivers: 15% of the total fare
As you can see, tipping costs can quickly add up. While you may have your own tipping rules, it’s likely you’ll need to set aside some gratuity for your special day, so it’s best to plan ahead. For more advice on tipping, check out the links below.
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