Working on your wedding budget may be tedious work, but it is necessary so you can avoid overspending. One of the categories of expenses in any wedding budget is tips; giving gratuities is a way to show your appreciation for the vendors who made your dream wedding possible.
As you plan how much to spend on gratuities, you might find yourself unsure whether or not you should tip your wedding dress stylist. If you are satisfied with their service, you should give them a tip to show how thankful you are.
Below is an explanation of the roles and responsibilities of a wedding dress stylist, followed by more information about whether to tip your wedding dress stylist or not—and how much to tip them.
What Is a Wedding Dress Stylist? 101
Before deciding if you should tip your wedding dress stylist, it might be helpful to have a clear idea of their roles and responsibilities.
A wedding dress stylist’s main job is to assist you in finding the right wedding dress. You may have a dream gown in mind, but a wedding dress stylist will ensure that your choice matches your body type, skin tone, budget, wedding theme, and other important factors.
In case your dream gown does not end up suiting you, you can brainstorm alternatives with your wedding dress stylist. From there, they can curate various dresses that you might love based on your vision.
During fittings, wedding dress stylists can spot what is working for you and what is not. They can recommend alterations—and where to get them—so that your dress fits you perfectly.
Once you have settled on a dress, your stylist can help you with accessorizing. This includes finding matching shoes, jewelry, veils, and so on.
After the ceremony, a wedding dress stylist can also tell you the right way to store them.
Do You Tip Your Wedding Dress Stylist? Answered
Some vendors, such as waiters, hairstylists, makeup stylists, and bartenders typically receive tips for their services. However, with other vendors like seamstresses and wedding dress stylists, there are no norms or hard rules about gratuities.
With that said, if your wedding dress stylist’s service has been outstanding—going above and beyond to cater to your needs and make your wedding dress journey memorable—you should consider giving them a tip.
Some couples give a flat amount that reflects their satisfaction with the service they received. More specifically, most brides opt to tip their wedding dress stylists around $20 to $50.
Other couples tip 10-20% of the price of their dress. However, depending on how expensive your dress is, this might end up costing you a lot.
If you are looking for other options, here are some tokens of appreciation you can give instead of a tip:
- Heartfelt thank-you note
- Gift basket
- Bouquet of flowers
- Wedding favor
Final Thoughts
Currently, not everyone agrees on whether you should tip your wedding dress stylist. Although you are not obligated, tipping them is a wonderful way to show your gratitude. Likewise, it ensures that they are paid well for their expertise, passion, and service.
