Sarasota Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Wedding Ceremony Venue: St Martha Roman Catholic Church Sarsota Wedding Reception Venue: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Florist: Oh Darling Events Wedding Photographer: Zielenbach Photography Videographer: Tru Color Production Entertainment: Talent Ventures - Clint Wiley Hair and Makeup: Katie McCaskill Beauty on Location Lighting and Draping: Affairs in the Air Decor / Rentals : So Staged Event Design + Rentals Catering: Michael's On East Wedding Cake: Cakes by Ron Transportation: SRQ Trolley Invitations and Stationary: Write-On Sarasota
Sarasota Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Sarasota Wedding Venue: The Field Club Florist: Flowers by Fudgie Officiant: Rev. Dr. David Cole Photographer: Jason Mize Photography Ceremony / Cocktail Music: Justin Layman - Guitar Reception Music: Grant Hemond Associates Hair: Spa AlexAuna Makeup: Brides by Kelly Anne Rentals / Linens: US Tent Rental Catering: The Field Club Cake and Desserts: Der Dutchman Transportation: SRQ Services Wedding Gown: Calvet Couture - Hayley Paige Invitations / Stationary: Minted
Event Planning: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Guest Room Block: Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina Wedding Venue: Armature Works Wedding Party Transportation: Tampa Limo and Car, LLC Cake and Dessert: Elise's Pieces Catering: Puff N' Stuff Ceremony Music: Sunset Strings Reception Music: InPulse Entertainment Florist: Oh Darling Events Hair: DryBar Tampa Makeup: Makeup by Marissa Officiant: Sandy McLain Photographer: Ledia Tashi Photography Rentals: US Tent Rentals
Sarasota Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Ceremony Venue: St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church Reception Venue: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Florist: Victoria Blooms SRQ Officiant: Gerard Flannegan Photographer: Trenholm Photo Videographer: Fox Grove Films Ceremony Music: Giuseppina Ciarla Reception Music: None Other Band Hair and Makeup: Fresh Salon Catering: Michael's on East Wedding Cake: Cakes by Ron Transportation: SRQ Trolley His and Hers Limo Prime Time Limousines Photobooth: Sharing Box Inc. Dog Sitter: Fairy Tail Pet Care Bridal Gown: Blush Bridal Invitations and Stationery: Write-on Sarasota Today we’re going to be talking about a topic that can be a source of confusion for many couples planning weddings: tipping. Navigating who to tip, how much and when to do it are just a few common questions couples encounter throughout the process. We’re going to break down the answers to these questions and more so you can feel confident in your etiquette skills as you navigate wedding vendor tipping.
Why do I need to tip? First, let’s talk about why tipping is important. We get it, weddings are already expensive so adding tips on top of everything can feel like a bit much. However, the primary function of tipping is to show gratitude for an exceptional job. Hopefully your wedding vendors are doing their best to ensure your big day is spectacular, so including funds for a tip when creating your wedding budget or taking out a personal wedding loan is important. It lets them know that their contribution to your wedding is appreciated. While tipping is never mandatory, just like at a restaurant, tipping most wedding vendors is usually expected. Quick tipping tips:
Who to tip? Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist: 15 to 20% Tip the professionals who help you look your best on your wedding day just as you would for any normal salon service. Photographer/videographer: $50 to $100 Again, this may not be expected if the studio owner is shooting your event, but you may want to tip second or third shooters. Officiants: Around $100 Many religious officiants won’t accept a tip, so instead donate the amount to their organization or house of worship. For a non-denominational officiant you can tip them directly. Wedding Planner: 10 to 20% A tip is not expected but if you feel they went above and beyond you may want to send a nice thank you note with a tip. Wedding Band or DJ: $25 to $50 per musician or 10 to 15% for a DJ. Reception attendants: $20 to $50 each Ask ahead of time how many bartenders and waiters will be servicing your event so you can prepare your tip accordingly. This isn’t meant to be an exhaustive list of all the vendors who may be involved in your event, but hopefully it gives you an idea of how tipping etiquette works in the wedding world. Every wedding is different and has different people involved in making it happen. Your wedding may have additional services like a valet or bathroom attendants so don’t be afraid to ask questions if you’re not sure who should be tipped or how much. Hopefully this helped answer some common questions about wedding tipping etiquette. Feel free to reach out or comment below if you have other confusing wedding questions we can help with! |
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