Tipping can be overwhelming and at times, forgotten when planning your budget. That is why I have created a Tipping Table, to help you know what and when to Tip your vendors! These are simply recommendations - you should always do what you feel is right!
Vendor | Protocol | The Standard | When To Tip |
Wedding Planner | Optional | 10%-20%, up to $500 or a nice gift | Hand an envelope at the end of the wedding night or a thank you note with a check after the honeymoon. |
Hair and Makeup Artists | Expected | 15%-25% depending on service quality | End of the service provided. |
Delivery and Set up Staff | Expected | $5-$10 per person | Provide cash envelopes ahead of time to the individual accepting deliveries. |
Officiant | Expected (Depending on Officiant) | Donate $100 - $500 to Synagogue or Church. For the officiant, a tip of $50 - $100. (You may want to give more depending on how much time you have prepared together) | Most fees are given prior to the wedding. If not, then hand an envelope to a responsible attendant such as your wedding planner to has the Officiant after the ceremony. |
Musicians/Band/DJ | Optional, yet preferred | $25 - $35 per musician and $50 - $150 for DJs | An attendant or wedding planner should tip them at the end of the wedding night. |
Photographer/Videographer | Optional | $50 - $200 per vendor | Tip them at the end of the wedding night. |
Attire Alterations Professionals | Optional | $20 - $30 | Give an envelope at your final fitting. |
Reception Staff | Expected | 15% - 20% of the food/drink fee. $200 - $300 for the Maître D’ | Typically, it will be included in the contract. If not, have your wedding planner or attendant hand it to the Maître D' at the end of the wedding night. |
Bartenders/Catering Staff | Optional (Contract Based) | 10%- 20% of the food/liquor bill split between the staff. | Distribute tips at the end of the night. You could also provide the staff with their tips prior to the reception. |
Transportation | Expected | 15% - 20% of the total bill | At the end of the last ride. |
Baker/Florist/Stationary | Optional | $50 - $100, or a small gift | Send them a Thank You note with the tip enclosed after your wedding day. |
General Wedding Tipping Tips
Contracts - Read them closely as some gratuities are included in the overall price and no additional tips are required.
Reviews - Writing a positive review goes a long way!
Destination Weddings - Learn the local customs and traditions and make sure to Tip in the correct currency.
Photos - Sharing your photos is greatly appreciated by your vendors and is a great way to show your appreciation for their services.
With Love,
Leor
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