I am the Matron of honor in best freinds wedding and very excited about the shower, bachelorette party etc. My husband was asked to be in the wedding party. We got a call from the groom 2 weeks ago saying that he booked a house for 2 nights for $1400 (thats just the house) and that he was not changing it. This it what he wants to do and he doesnt care if I there some things cheaper. The wedding party is expected to pay for this along with anyone else that attends the party. I tried to reason with him saying I could find somethng cheaper. I told him we're a one income family with 2 children and did not want to spend this kind of money. The next day I was upset and to talked the bride and she offered to pay for our share, without anyone knowing. I said no and I'm just really upset over this and starting to really dislike the groom. How do I handle this? Should my husband drop out or just not go the party? This is really putting a damper on things. Thanks for you time.
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edited by TWQadmin on Mar 16, 2006, 9:13 AM)
You didn't say, but I am assuming that the house is to be used for the bachelor party. If this is true, the groom is suppose to have nothing to do with the planning of this. He can say what he would like, but he cannot demand and is not the host. This is an optional party that is hosted by the guests (the one few exceptions in the host pays for everything). So, the groom cannot tell all of those paying that they will pay up. He has things a bit backward.
It is your husband's decision to drop out. But, it may be best to ask this groom to visit this site or read a good etiquette book. There are so many out there.
expensive bachelor party?
