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Guide to Gratuity
Whom to tip, how much and when
Hairstylist/Makeup Artist How much: 15 to 25 percent; 30 percent if work is done on-site When: Time of service
Ceremony Musician How much: $20 to $25 per musician When: After the ceremony
DJ How much: $50 to $150 When: At the end of the night or within a few days with a thank-you note
Wedding Planner How much: 15 to 20 percent When: At the end of the night or within a few days with a thank-you note
On-Site Coordinator How much: 15 to 20 percent of the food and drink fee (usually between $100 and $300) When: At the end of the night
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Wait Staff/Bartenders How much: $20 to $30 per waiter and $25 to $40 for each bartender, depending on the type of bar service, if not already included in your total price When: At the end of the night (give the money to banquet manager)
Rental Delivery People How much: $5 to $10 per worker When: Time of service
Officiant How much: Often a donation to the house of worship – from $100 to $500 – will be made in lieu of payment/gratuity. For nondenominational officiants, $50 to $100 (on top of the fee). An invitation to the reception is a nice gesture. When: After the ceremony
Drivers How much: 15 to 20 percent, often included in the contract When: Time of service - CTW Features
W.E. Tip
Delegate. Put tips and thank-you notes in marked envelopes and give them to a trusted member of your family or bridal party for distribution. You’ll have other tasks to worry about on your wedding day.
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