Do I need to pay for the bridesmaid dresses or is that something the bridesmaids will expect to buy themselves? And if I don't pay how do I let them know I won't be footing the bill? I chose a color and am going to let them pick any knee-length dress in that color at alfred angelo. I want them to be able to wear a dress they feel comfortable/pretty in and accessorize it to show their personalities. I'm not a fan of clone bridesmaids myself.
Should I just say something like "if you buy them before this date they are on sale and you can save yourself some money if that's important to you". Or do I just say "let me know what dress you chose when you order it". Ugh, just cringed as I wrote that.
FYI I have 4 bridesmaids, 1 of whom had me in her wedding and paid for all the bridesmaids' dresses.
It is my understanding this is something they will expect to buy themselves but I just wanted some feedback to make sure before asking them.