I know caterers figure their gratuity into their figure. But what about the other vendors? What is the etiquette on this? Is this paid the day of the event?
Thanks!
CJStein
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Hi, Gratuities are usually given the day of the event. Really, you're tipping b/c you are satisfied with your vendor's services, so you usually give them the day of.
riniko
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I mean is it 18% standard? How much should I budget for tipping?
CJStein
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I would say 18-20% is the norm.
chicagogal
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Most will tell you about the 18% gratuity. carlyle also has an executive gratuiy that is above and beyond that.
We paid grauities to the vendors that day in cash.
MamanDaddyof2
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Posted by chicagogal
Most will tell you about the 18% gratuity. carlyle also has an executive gratuiy that is above and beyond that.
We paid grauities to the vendors that day in cash.
Then I am cheap!! because there is no way I am tipping the photo/video $700 (which is 18% of what they cost)
what about the dj say he costs like 1500 or $2000? do you really tip him $350 seriously?
curliegirl
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Yes, gratuities are paid the day of your wedding and it ranges from 15-20 percent.
For the record, I think any BM who thinks they should get an extra tip on top of the 18% is crazy, they need to work for the extra!!!
