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Ring Bearer and Flower Girl

Jenna, on May 17, 2020 at 3:39 PM Posted in Wedding Attire 0 4

My fiance's niece and nephew are going to be in our wedding so my fiance and I talked with their mom today about their attire. She thinks the nephew should just wear khakis and a button down shirt from Walmart. However, my fiance and I would prefer that he wear a tux to match the groomsmen and my fiance. The tuxes are black so khakis and a button down wouldn't match. I also sent her links to dresses and shoes on Amazon as she mentioned that her daughter would need shoes for the wedding. We were under the impression that the bride and groom get to pick what the ring bearer and flower girl wear, but she doesn't seem happy with any of our suggestions. In fact, she went on a rant about how it is completely unnecessary that for the nephew to wear a tux as he is only three years old. She said that we are being ridiculous for even thinking that is a good idea. Also, during the conversation, she also asked if I planned on hiring a professional to do hair and makeup for the bridal party to which I said yes. She said her daughter will definitely need to have her hair and makeup done by a professional. The niece has been in beauty pageants for years so I guess it really shouldn't surprise us that the mom thinks her hair and makeup need to be professionally done. However, I don't think it is necessary for a six year old to have her hair and makeup professionally done. I am also not sure if she is expecting us to cover the cost because we don't plan on paying for anyone else's hair and makeup as it will be optional. My fiance and I have no problem covering the cost of the tux for his nephew as it is only $80 or the cost of the dress and shoes for his niece, but I do have a problem covering the cost for hair and makeup. If they didn't live seven hours from us, I would offer to take them myself after this pandemic is over to get their outfits, but that's not an option. Are we being selfish for wanting them to wear certain clothing for our wedding or should we let her decide what they wear even if it won't match the attire of the groomsmen and my fiance or the formality of our wedding?

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Latest activity by Emily, on May 17, 2020 at 6:27 PM
  • Elizabeth
    Super June 2021
    Elizabeth ·
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    It's my understanding that the bride and groom get to pick what the flower girl(s) and ring bearer(s) wear, and when you ask the parents' permission, they're agreeing to that cost when they say yes (very similar to a bridesmaid agreeing to pay the cost of the dress). If you're willing to pay for it and they're appropriate outfits (which I'm sure they are!), then I really don't see how it's an issue and she shouldn't really have a leg to stand on to fight you on it. The hair and makeup does seem a bit outrageous; I would tell her that either she can do it herself or she can pay for it to be done professionally, but you aren't paying for it.

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  • Katie
    Dedicated May 2021
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    I think you have a right to be upset with the parents not being understanding. I also feel from another stand point that a 3 year old in a tux can be extremely uncomfortable, the mother may think it will be a waste of her money if he ruined it. Maybe for the flower girl you could send her a list of dresses that you like and ask the mother what the flower girl likes. As far as the makeup goes your artists may have a discounted rate for children. I asked mine if she would charge the same for someone that won’t be getting air brushed makeup and fake lashes. She made the price significantly lower for her my flower girl and Jr. bridesmaids. I don’t think you are being selfish since it is your wedding! Money; especially during this time
    is definitely a topic for a lot of people. Ask the mom what her ideal budget would be for everything and go from there!! Best of luck
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  • Belle
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    Belle ·
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    Hm.... I think the brides was always the one who chose, ordered, and paid for everything.
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  • Emily
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    Emily ·
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    You definitely get to pick the attire. And as a pageant mom, she can afford it. But I think it’s very nice to offer to help. That’s crazy that she’s not wanting to get what you’re wanting. You make the decisions. And she should pay for hair and makeup as well. It’s not necessary for a 6 year old, so not something you should cover.
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