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2017 Bridal Showcase
Father of the bride more than a financier for wedding
let your father walk you down the
aisle. This will likely be a moment
he'll remember for years to come.
Expand the father of the bride's
role in the wedding by assigning him
tasks where he can put his style,
experience and excitement
to good use.
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A big day for him as well
The father of the bride may often be seen as the holder of the purse strings when it comes to
planning a wedding, but modern weddings see the man traditionally giving away the bride in
a different light. With less of the financial burden on him, he can participate in the wedding in
different ways. (Ms photo)
MS — Popular movies and
televisions shows give the
impression that the job of the father
of the bride in a wedding is
ultimately about making sure the
festivities are adequately funded. In
the movies, fathers fret about the
costs of everything from flowers to
photos.
But gone are the days when the
father of the bride bankrolls his
daughter's entire wedding. The
Knot's "2014 Real Wedding Survey"
reported that, on average, the bride's
parents contribute 43 per cent of the
total cost of a wedding; the bride and
groom contribute another 43 per
cent; the groom's parents spend 12
per cent; the remaining two per cent
of the budget is paid for by family
members or friends. That frees up
the father of the bride for other roles
in wedding planning. With some
creativity, couples can find ways to
incorporate the father of the bride
into the festivities in even more
productive ways.
• Wedding sites: Assign dear old
dad the important task of looking at
potential wedding reception sites
prior to visiting them yourself. He
may have certain connections
through work or attended business
or leisure occasions at catering halls
and other venues. Dad's connections
can pay off. Let him impart his
negotiating skills and find the best
deals with the ideal backdrop for the
festivities.
• Wardrobe: Let your father assist
the best man and other groomsmen
in securing their tuxedos or other
wardrobe essentials. Dad also can
step in and return rented items
Consider accessibility
with wedding transport
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the catering hall to see if a vehicle
can be left in their lot overnight.
Otherwise, arrange to grab a ride
home with friends or family.
• Consider others' needs: Have
the names and phone numbers of
taxi or ridesharing services
available for those who may not be
able to drive after the party. Elderly
or disabled guests might appreciate
prearranged transportation as well.
Although couples can arrange for
transportation as a courtesy to
others, they don't need to make
arrangements for everyone.
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• Beverages: Dad may be fitting to
keep tabs on what is occurring at the
bar during the reception, ensuring
that guests' needs are being met. He
also can keep an eagle eye trained on
anyone who may have overindulged
and needs to take a break.
• Speech: Give your father an
opportunity to shine by letting him
make a speech. Remember, this is a
momentous day for the father of the
bride as well, as he may be trying to
come to terms with his daughter
starting a new life.
• Father -daughter song: Let the
father of the bride pick father -
daughter song, and go with his
choice even if you had something
else in mind.
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