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DELIVERY DRIVERS ( CAKE , RENTALS , ETC .)
Kayla $ 10-15 each . Many bigger rental companies have hired extra delivery staff .
Misty It is always nice to give them a tip , especially if it is a big load they are delivering . You can always call ahead and ask how many people they will be sending out to deliver your rental items .
LIMO OR OTHER TRANSPORTATION DRIVERS
Jenna Tip 10-15 % of the overall cost of the ride . If he put up with you being a little crazy – then that is an automatic extra !
Misty Every transportation company is different so be sure to check your contract to see if it is already included . If not , $ 25-50 for your driver is appropriate .
Metropolitan Weddings Any other tips we need to be aware of ?
Kayla Hire a wedding coordinator to hand out the tips and handle the awkward conversations so you do not have to . Many couples will put cash in labeled envelopes and give those to the coordinator to hand out the day of the wedding . You can always follow up with a personalized thank you or review for those vendors that went above and beyond your expectations . You can also call your vendors ( like the caterer and bar service ) a week or two before your wedding to find out how many people they plan to use to staff your event so that you can plan accordingly .
Jenna Your larger vendors like a photographer , venue or florist respond well to personalized gifts . If you follow them on social media , you can figure out what they like - their favorite wine , if they are a fan of Andy ’ s custard or their favorite sports team and give them maybe a bottle of wine , gift card or tumbler with their favorite team logo , along with a personalized thank-you note from both the bride and the groom . You should see their faces light up ! Always plan ahead and have envelopes with checks or cash on hand . Assign a trusted person ( your mom or the wedding coordinator ) to hand out these gratuities . Forgetting to tip a vendor is definitely embarrassing .
Misty If you do not have a wedding planner , you just might not know that tipping is customary . As a wedding planner , we talk about the budget from day one . Do not wait until two weeks before your wedding day to discuss gratuities . A handwritten thank-you note with the cash is always appreciated , as well as leaving a great review ! The wedding planner can give your tips to your vendors on your behalf . XmW