Money Issue w/ MOH & Bridemaids

What is the procedure for make up and hair. Am I suppose to dish out the cash for them to be made up as well as gifts or are the MOH and bridemaids suppose to pay for their make up and hair? My MOH keeps hinting that the bride is suppose to pay for these services being that they are paying for the dresses.

Money Issue w/ MOH & Bridemaids

If you have suggested that the go to a certain stylist and makeup artist, then maybe they will 'expect' you to foot the bill. Ask them if they have someone in mind that they would feel comfortable going to and if they do, they should definetly pay. I think it is rude for them to assume you will be paying. Personally, I am going to offer to pay for the brides wedding and hair (I am in 2 weddings this summer) as part of the wedding gift. If the prices are very expensive then it might be that they would rather go elsewhere where they feel comfortable w/ the person and pay less. When asked to be a BM or MOH, one is accepting based on the fact that there is a certain amount of monetary commitment involved, as well as a time commitment. Don`t feel pressured to pay for their makeup and hair. If you want, offer to pay for it in lieu of a present. It would be a nice 'pre-wedding' bonding experience that you all can share.

Money Issue w/ MOH & Bridemaids

It`s definately not mandatory, however, if you are dictating a specific look, ie: up-do`s, then it`s a very nice gesture to pay. When you accept the honor of being part of a wedding party you expect to pay for your dress, shoes, and accessories, plus assorted other things like the shower. Hair and make-up, however, are a 'personal' decision in my book, and it`s up to each person to do and spend as they wish. If she wants and up-do then she should go for it, but not expect you to foot the bill. As long as you`re giving her the option to do what she wants, including wear it natural or fix it up herself, then you`re not obligated to pay.