I'm getting married Oct 1st. We're having a small wedding and we've done the best with the money we have and the money we've saved. Our parents helped a bit, but in the end we asked our wedding party to pay for their clothes. Tux Rentals aren't too bad, and as for the dresses, they do get to keep them. One of my bridesmaids is in a sorority and is really excited about the dress, since she can wear it more than once. My sister who is my maid of honor wanted to keep hers as a memento. So they didn't have a problem paying for the dress themselves.
As long as you were upfront about it and didn't suddenly spring it on them I think it's okay to ask them to pay for things, and to stay close by. It's your day and you're trying to take of a billion things, someone being late would just make you worry more.
Good Luck with your special day!
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