Groomsmen have asked what traditionally are their obligations to pay for things during the bachelor party and wedding process. Below we have listed the traditional groomsmen responsibilities to help you prepare for how much the wedding process will cost you. Again, these are only traditional expenses as some are covered by the groom and his family if he has the money and wants to chip in:

1- Tuxedo. See if the groom wants to rent or if you can use your own (if you have a tuxedo)

2- Groom Day Out - Sometimes during the bridal shower (www.bridesmaid101.com) for the women, the groomsmen will go out fishing, hiking, golf, or to a concert/movie. It is nice for everyone to chip in for the groom on that day if possible.

3- Wedding gift.

4- The bachelor party planning (venue, airfare, food and drink for you). This can be the most costly part for the groomsmen besides the tux. It is important to set guidelines and what you are planning to do early and to make sure that the other groomsmen can afford the party and chipping in for the groom-to-be.

5- The bachelor party supplies and entertainment.

6- Airfare and accommodations to the wedding if from out of state.

We felt it was important to speak briefly on how groomsmen can save some money by planning ahead:

- Purchase a wedding gift from a place that gives discount coupons as many retail stores are hurting and giving %'s off!

- Plan a bachelor party near-by and do not go out of town if possible. If you do, plan ahead and ask for group rates! Order bachelor party items early so it is less freight.

-If you plan an event during the girls' bridal shower, make sure to have the event at a place that takes group rates and is close by to save expenses.

-Ask for discounts on tuxedo rental since you can get group rates and they are also hurting for business.

These are the main expenses that a groomsmen may incur for the wedding. If you plan ahead, you can save money in this soft economy as weddings can be expensive. Just make sure to have a great time and to communicate to the groom if you have some issues paying for all of the expenses. With the bachelor party, it may be a good idea to help plan the event so you can make sure and get the finances point across if there is some concern on how much it will cost. Many times, another groomsmen or wedding party member will chip in as the important thing is that you attend the bachelor party and wedding for a memorable time!