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Gratuity or Gift for Vendors with Adjustments? When and What?

Nicole, on June 20, 2020 at 8:40 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 4

My videographers and photographer have been so patient, supportive and amazing throughout our entire proposal-wedding process (my photographer actually worked with my fiance and photographed the proposal). We want to do something special for them within our budget, but we aren't sure what to do or when to do it.


Originally, we had planned for our June 28, 2020 wedding in Chicagoland-area and booked both vendors for not only the wedding, but the day after to do portraits and fun shots. With all of the COVID stuff, we ended up postponing everything and deciding to still go to Florida and secretly elope on our original date.


That being said, we aren't sure if we should do some sort of gratuity or gift for them for each date or for both dates. What would be fair and what do people generally tip for videography and photography? When would you do it?

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Latest activity by Lynnie, on June 23, 2020 at 5:12 PM
  • M
    Master October 2021
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    I would probably end up doing both, find a thoughtful gift but also give some extra cash.

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  • Nicole
    Dedicated August 2021
    Nicole ·
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    At the postponed date or what?

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  • M
    Master October 2021
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    That’s a good question! If you feel inclined to send something in the meantime I would send a small gift and then perhaps tip them on the date.
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  • Lynnie
    WeddingWire Administrator October 2016
    Lynnie ·
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    I agree with Marisa! I think a small gift right now would be really sweet and thoughtful, and then you can generously tip them in November!

    And don't forget to leave them glowing reviews that highlight how amazing they've been throughout this crazy process!

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