Tipping Bridal Consultant

I didn’t tip my bridal consultant. They get commission as well as an hourly wage. I purchased the second dress I tried on so I didn’t feel bad.

I did not tip and didn't even know people did...

I did not, I didn't realize that was something you do. I always assumed they made commission off of your dress, hence why they usually point out more expensive ones.

Yikes, I didn't even though she was amazing. I also just assumed she made commission. It would be weird to me to pull out a chunk of cash in the middle of the salon and hand it to her. If this is a thing I'll feel bad!

Why on earth would you ever do this? I don't tip the deli employee at the grocery store either

I would tip them because the commission at some stores are less than 3%. Plus if you try on a bunch of dresses and never purchase they make nothing. The hourly wage is not high for them either.

Plus they have to put back and clean up all the dresses and accessories you tried on.

I did not tip mine and wouldn't have since she didn't do too much.

That being said, I did tip the people who made the alterations. They were very accommodating and sweet. They also didn't charge me a lot for length even thought they had to move a ton of lace to do it.

Tip your bridal consultant!!!!!!!!! At the one I work at we pick out specific dresses for you after asking you many questions about your style. We help you in and out of the dresses and pick out accessories and veils to try on with the dresses. And then taking everything back upstairs and cleaning up after the appointment. We make less than 3% commission and that’s only if the girl buys. We don’t make anything but the small hourly wage even if the girl is here for 3 hours and never buys. It really helps us out and will give you a better experience.

No. Tipping culture is out of control.

Yes tip your consultant!!!! I’m a bridal consultant in MN. At most stores (mine included) receive 1% commission + minimum wage. We only receive commission on wedding gowns sold after they are fully paid for, ordered and on the amount the dress is after discounts are applied (not including shipping and tax). We do not make commission on any bridal accessories (including vails), bridesmaids dresses, flower girl dresses, mothers of the bride/groom dresses or special occasion gowns that we sell. Considering group sizes for the brides entourage and bridesmaids appointments tips would be so appreciated. It’s a hard job when you take into consideration the physical and mental work each appointment takes. I truly love my job as a consultant, it’s so awesome dressing a bride and making her feel stunning for her day but personally it makes my entire week when I get even one tip as a thank you for my work.

I don't know why this seems so "taboo"? These stylist are literally helping you pick out your wedding dress! Not just bring you soup and salad or parking your car....not all shops pay commission and even if they do, that doesn't mean the stylist doesn't deserve a tip. Stylist usually spend hours with brides and their loved ones. Taking on many roles...not just a bridal consultant. They can be your friend, your photographer when you cant take a photo of yourself in the dress, a mediator, a therapist and a confidante..these stylist know your name, wedding date, your partners name, where your wedding is...they follow up to see how your wedding was and ask to see photos! If theres ever someone to tip. Its your stylist. I mean you provide a meal for your DJ, Photographer and more at your wedding...and yes, sometimes you even tip them. So next time your dress shopping and the stylist nails it! Slap her a $20!

I ordered my dress today. There was a jar that had a sign beside it. It said that tipping was not required but very appreciated. My mother and bridesmaids gave a tip of $30-40, I think. I don’t know the final number. My consultant was lovely. She and I had been texting since I expressed interest in working with them in October. She got to know me. She took the time too. She made me comfortable. I was running late for my appointment. We took far longer than expected. I experienced anxiety over the cost. She handled it all so compassionately. When people provide a service to you, tip them. When people put in extra for a service they are providing, tip them well.

You should definitely tip your consultant! They make very little commission on your dress and the tip you give them is for getting in and out of dresses, cleaning up the suite after you've left, taking the time to get to know you, and really making that day a special experience for you. A lot of times, the consultants depend on the tips to really make their paycheck, just like a waiter.

Never heard of this nor would I. You don't tip the sales people in VS or Macy's and their services are no different.

You do not tip commission sales people in other places, and never in any bridal or High end store I ever worked in. If your wages are too low, you all need to rise up. Most shops give 3-4%. And I never heard of one that did not pay over minimum wage, $12 + commissions. Unlike waitresses and other tip dependent people who may get less than $5, enough for payroll deductions and taxes but no money to take home. They are properly paid tips. (I thing all people need wages, not tips, and certainly not more professions getting tips. )

I wouldn't tip my bridal consultant. I worked in commission sales and most salespeople are not allowed to take tips. Depending on the shop's policy. So if you want to, ask the consultant if you are thinking she would like to be tipped.

I work at a bridal shop and we don't make commission based on a per dress sold basis but the total of hours worked in a period and how much we sold for each hour worked (i.e. I work 50 hours over the course of two weeks, and in order to make commission I need to sell at least $12,500 within that period or I just make a base wage) so getting commission isn't easy, although tips are rarely given I know they are always appreciated.

I was shocked when I was asked if I wanted to top after just laying down 3k for a sample that i pulled off the rack myself. That said for loading it up I handed out a tip. I sold jewelry for a long time. We made similar commission structure as mentioned by the bc a above. Never once was i tipped. And unloading pieces from the case and carefully putting them away, actually working with jewelers (which my bc handed me a sheet of paper with some seamstresses) wrapping and spending, in most cases just as much time... thats my job. That's why I earn commission on top of hourly... is because the service provided. That commission is the "tip".

I was so happy with the service from my bridal consultant! She worked so hard with finding me a dress and kind of hosting the party I brought with me to the fitting. We made it a nice event and even used the virtual option for one of my friends in the wedding. She asked the best question after helping me go through so many dresses, "is there any dress we didn't try that you would like?" I finally gave her an idea. She found me a dress, a vale and the hair piece with it. We took pictures out in their nice lobby and did the say yes to the dress. I was planning to spend a lot more than I did on the gown, and she helped me find my dress well within budget. She went back and forth to help me find the right vale. I didn't know there was a tipping culture for consultants, and when I saw it and how much I saved and found everything in one place, I was happy to give her 20%. I think it depends if you are there and don't need as much time or help or you only go in for the dress, maybe you don't need to tip that much. For me, she saved me time and effort going from one bridal shop to another. I know some people who traveled out of state to look for a dress. I drove 25min. I was again appreciative of her help and efforts and I am so excited for my dress and the look. Now left are the shoes!