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Stephanie
Super July 2020

Should i Pay for My Cousin's bm Dress?

Stephanie, on November 11, 2019 at 3:08 PM

Posted in Wedding Attire 34

Hey Ladies. So I need your insight... My cousin is one of my BM's. I love her dearly, we were practically raised as sisters. However, I am in the process of picking bridesmaid dresses for my ladies and she sends me a screenshot of a dress that she liked and wants to order to wear in the wedding and...

Hey Ladies. So I need your insight...

My cousin is one of my BM's. I love her dearly, we were practically raised as sisters. However, I am in the process of picking bridesmaid dresses for my ladies and she sends me a screenshot of a dress that she liked and wants to order to wear in the wedding and also she says that this is what she can afford. No lie, the dress is gorgeous, but does not match the style or material that I am choosing for my ladies. If any of you read one of my previous posts about the BM's and their dresses, you will know how frustrated I am with this. So again, my cousin says that she can only afford the dress that she sent me on the picture, BUT I choose to not believe this because she shops for EVERYTHING ELSE ALL OF THE TIME! She has even offered to throw me and my FH a party at her house and pay for a DJ and catering, and rent tables and chairs etc so it can be a "soiree". So she is willing to pay for all of that which is way more expensive that her BM dress. I don't understand it. I even told her, don't throw any "soiree", I'd rather you be able to pay for your dress. So the past week or so, I am feeling compelled to pay for her BM dress and I really don't want to because I know her, she CAN afford it. I don't want to be played or used either. What are your thoughts ladies?

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  • Mrs. Bubba
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    I had to have the “You can wear that 👗, but it’ll be as a guest” conversation with someone as well. I finally had to remove her from my Bridal party and did NOT invite her to the Wedding. Sometimes people need a reminder...
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  • Mrs. Bubba
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    It sounds like this cousin may be a bit jealous of you.
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  • Pirate & 60s Bride
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    Oh, in my head I’d think “Just get the f*ckin’ dress already!!!” 😂
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  • Stephanie
    Super July 2020
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    Mrs. Bubba.

    1. My thoughts exactly.

    2. The total cost is $149.00, she has a hook up on alterations so that is not a concern.

    3. The difference is the style and fabric. The style she wants has this big dramatic shoulder bow and its the shiny fabric. Not the style I chose for a Spring Wedding.

    4. I am willing to cover if I knew she couldn't afford it. She can.

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  • Stephanie
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    SMH my cousin shares everything with me so I know her financials , I think she just wants to do what she wants to do.

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  • Stephanie
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    Your'e right

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  • Stephanie
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    I don't think that's it. She has a lot going on for herself, she has a marriage and a family just like I do. We both have great carriers and businesses, I don't see why she would be jealous.

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  • Stephanie
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    LMAO. OMG Smiley xd She really just wants to stand out more than everyone else and its not her day to stand out.

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  • Anna
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    I would bite the bullet and pay for it myself. Tell her, "I'm sorry friend but the dress you showed me isn't the style I'm hoping my girls will wear. Since $30 is what you can afford, please let me know once you've found a dress that meets the guidelines and I will pay the balance as it's really important for me to have you by my side as a bridesmaid". Personally, I wouldn't exclude someone that important to me for the price of a dress. You said you are like sisters. Even if she's faking and can actually afford it--- for all you know she's swimming in debt. If you can afford to cover the costs, I would consider it. Just my opinion!

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  • Pirate & 60s Bride
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    No, it is NOT her day. That’s why I’d give her the two options and a deadline. Then it’s her call but she’ll need to buy the dress ASAP or step down.

    😜
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  • Stephanie
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    Thanks Anna. Smiley heart

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  • Stephanie
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    Lol thanks love

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  • Kristal
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    Tell her it does not go with what you want and ask her for a dollar amount of what she can afford. If the dress you pick is over that, i'd pay the difference but i would definitely NOT pay for her entire dress. It truly sounds like she can in fact afford it and is really just trying to take over your day.

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  • Stephanie
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    Kristal, thank you. A part of me feels that way sometimes.

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