Tipping Etiquette for a Wedding Reception
One etiquette question I seem to receive the most is how much and to whom should you tip during the planning of your wedding. Since this is normally a one time event it’s understandable why most people are unaware or are unsure about wedding tipping etiquette! So I decided to blog about it to give you a few guidelines.
You should tip your vendors when they provide extra special service or go beyond your expectations. These are simply customary amounts, but are not mandatory. These tips are based on the amount of time spent between you and the vendor in the planning process of your wedding. If you are on a tight budget a handwritten note of Thanks goes a long way.
- Florist $50 to $200
- DJ $50 to $300
- Limo driver 20%
- Officiant $20 to $100
- Hair and makeup 10% to 20 %
- Photographer $50 to $200
- Videographer $40 to $100
- Musicians $20 to $50
- Bellman $5 to $20 each
- Catering Manager $50 to $300
- Banquet Captain $50 to $200
- Wedding Coordinator and team $300 to $500
You should plan for these tips in your initial budget, but keep in mind most often caterer’s and venues that provide food will include gratuity in the total cost or they will charge you a service charge for the staff, which essentially is their tip. Always ask if gratuities are included before signing the contract.
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