wedding tipping guide

C a t e r i n g

If your contract doesn't include gratuity, you should tip 15- 20% of the total bill. Another way to tip is offering

$50 to $100 for each chef and $20 to $50 per server.

B a r t e n d e r s

They make cash tips behind the bar. If you want to tip them a little extra – it is always appreciated! $100- $150

per bartender is recommended.

W e d d i n g p l a n n e r o r D a y o f C o o r d i n a t o r

10–20% of their fee, or up to $1,000. A thoughtful gift card or nice gift is also a suitable tip for your planner. $100 for assistants.

P h o t o g r a p h e r a n d V i d e o g r a p h e r

10-20% or $250-$500 is standard depending on how well your photographer did. $100 for assistants.

O f f i c i a n t

Oftentimes, officiants won't accept tips, but a $100 donation to their church is a great way to thank them. If the

officiant is non-denominational, consider giving them a $100 tip, especially if they aren't charging for your service.

H a i r a n d M a k e u p A r t i s t

A 15- 20% percent tip is expected, just like it would be for any other regular salon visit, but it isn't required.

B a n d o r D J

Offering a 15-20% tip is a nice gesture to your band or DJ, especially if they have to carry a lot of heavy

equipment from one location to the next. Or $150-$300 for a DJ. For musicians, a $50 to $100 tip per band member is appropriate.

P h o t o B o o t h A t t e n d a n t

$50.00

S h u t t l e B u s D r i v e r

(if all night) $75.00-$150.00

F l o r i s t

The florist doesn't expect a tip. However, if they do an outstanding job, you can consider giving them a 10- 15% or a gift card.

Keep this in mind: Though tipping at weddings has become more of a custom in all service areas, it isn't

mandatory or even expected by most wedding vendors. With the exception of the catering staff and possibly

hair + make up. tips are considered a nice surprise by almost all vendors. If you don't have the money to shell out

thousands more on tips, there are a few gestures that will go a long way with your team of wedding pros. Send

an email with a review, a handwritten thank-you note or a review on Google or Facebook are great ways to

show appreciation and offer something the vendor can use when booking future clients. Even better, refer your

vendors to your friends — this gesture will go much further than a cash tip!