I got to spend time with my girls, no financial hangups required!

[@hollystiener16]

Love that you took a survey of what your friends' budgets were and also offered to pay privately for anyone that could not afford it. Amazing!

[@wandahaines7143]

Like that she can, and is willing, to cover her friends portion if they can't afford it. And kept it private. A sign that she actually wants to have fun with her friends and isn't an entitled bride looking for a money grab.

[@isagoldfield7393]

She’s such a considerate bride, that’s why we ♥️ her🧡💜🤍♥️🩵

[@mallarieluvsgirls]

a money grab lmao?? that makes zero sense from a bride as if she gets any of the money personally

[@therockbottom5256]

@@mallarieluvsgirlssome brides expect their bridesmaids to cover The BRIDES cost of their bachelorette parties

[@healingdimensions754]

🎉Congratulations ❤ Love your channel, attitude and positive vibes. So considerate to help your friends. Congratulations again, Vivian (same name=good people lol)

[@bettyytseng]

​Oh a couple of the times I was the bridesmaid, I was expected to pay for the bachelorette party,bridal shower, gifts for the brides, take care wedding decorations, guest invitations. Drive to get the dry cleaning & cakes. Put up & take down wedding decorations.I don't have that kind of money & energy but felt that I didn't have much choice if I want to be there for them. Really hope my friends would have been more considerate and ask if I could afford all these expenses & do all these things for them ( I am a mother, I have other obligations towards my family & kids).

[@roxlee1]

And that's how it is done... with class! I love how you consider everyone else's comfort around budget.

[@dca3092]

Just pure class that you offered to pay for anyone who couldn’t swing it and not let the others know.

[@gypsybelle4757]

It’s already been said but bears repeating…I love that you sent out a survey!! That’s true love and friendship not wanting your girls to go into debt.

[@PureJoyJoyPure]

You are a good friend. How sweet.

[@kuritheking]

That’s very kind of you to offer your friends a leg up to still enjoy time with the rest. People feeling left out in so many instances is disheartening especially in a tough economy. You’re a sweet soul.

[@Mona-s2e]

She would be a great friend to have. She understands struggle she’s not stuck up at all.

[@halcyondays8945]

I love how thoughtful and considerate you are with others’ financial situations. Bless you! I hope you had a blast!

[@sophienance]

The survey is such a great idea. It is also good that you considered that this is your big day and if anyone couldn’t afford it. You would be happy to pay for them. These are good things for me to keep in mind for the future. Thank you for your transparency. Congratulations! 🎉

[@nafizhighvibes]

You are such an amazing person. I loved this so much. Congratulations to you and your husband btw!!! 🥳🎉

[@boudougueffai2954]

You’re so kind and generous! Classy to not disclose who she helped! This girl is gem!

[@gmunden1]

This is how you have a bachelorette party.🎉Congratulations, Vivian.

[@just.fisayo]

Love to see it! You're such a great friend.

[@ManuelPabloArnao]

You're wonderful! Love all your vids! ❤

[@jocelynrose3071]

Seems like an unforgettable bachelorette party! So glad that you got to be celebrated and celebrate with your fave girls, and they were all able to join! You're one-of-a-kind and def earned a one-of-a-kind bachelorette party!

[@Khaleesi_Jack]

Damn. Not sayin this for what it sounds like but damn, can I be your friend? I’ve seen a handful of videos and shorts, and personality is just so bubbly and sweet, and kind. It’s not that I can use a friend like that, it’s I could use a friend, period. Viv, darling, keep it up. Don’t ever change that wonderful personality or that cheerful disposition for anybody but yourself. It’s so heartwarming and encouraging to see that there is still some people out there with such kindness and,love and generosity in their hearts.

[@mikecruzado5775]

That was so awesome of you Nice job What a friend you are

[@january._.]

the survey is such a good idea!

[@JeanetteWilliams-zl1ou]

I love that you offered to pay for anyone who couldn't cover it so nobody missed anything fun. 🎉 What a great friend you are

[@teenaseemore3260]

All around great ideas! Survey to private paying. Thanks for sharing for those women that want to have a wedding and come up not go down. 🙌🏽👏🏽. Congrats. 🎉👏🏽

[@ashleyreynoldsschneider3839]

Being in the bridal party is work! This is too much to ask in my opinion, especially since bridal party usually also purchases their own bridesmaid dresses, bridal shower gifts, travel/night before wedding and morning of wedding costs if applicable, and wedding gifts. Just my opinion, even if the bride is willing to cover others.

[@Milk2herCookiz]

Bless your heart & thank you for all of the financial gems you drop 💖🙌🏽😌

[@OOoOoo-vl9pn]

You really show us the way of a true lady and what a gentleman could look like if they would only put their phones 📱 down and think about others feelings. ❤😂

[@victoriabarnett4279]

What a good friend you are.

[@eustacia9722]

That was an amazing gesture. That’s what you call being a good friend ❤❤❤

[@UghUgh1234]

Just cover the cost. Why ask someone to pay to party with you? Just pay the costs.

[@LeadershipLadyLive]

Congratulations on getting married, Vivian! You’re such a caring and generous young woman. May The Lord continue to bless you for your kind and open heart

[@dorothypeck1372]

You are a wonderful person Vivian!❤

[@ausflygirl3430]

Very nice and generous offer to your friends. I'm glad you shared the costs and had a great time

[@robbyoconnor]

You're genuinely a good person

[@anitaaveytia1392]

You are like the sweetest bride I have ever seen. Congratulations on your marriage ❤

[@christines1924]

I love the way you do things. The right thing to do! (comping those who cant)

[@NotJessH]

I just got married a few weeks ago. No bachelorette party, no engagement party, and only 5 guests brought gifts to our wedding. Who comes to a wedding empty handed? Like not even a card with well wishes? My husband’s entire side of the family didn’t contribute in any way and couldn’t be bothered to write a card?! Yes, they can afford it and no, no one traveled more than a 1 hour drive to our wedding. We should have eloped and spent the money on an insane honeymoon.

[@burymebelowawillowtree9243]

Might be getto, but years ago, we rented a community gym, most everyone invited was asked to bring something, dish, water, soda…no alcohol since it’s a no no in this centers. Some friend provided free music. Asked everyone not to bring gifts. Donate it instead to a local charity and we had a blast. Zero regrets, no debts.

[@RebelRidersMotorcycles]

Quite a few people came to our wedding empty handed. Don't get me wrong, it was a magical day that we still talk about but for how expensive it all was, I'd suggest just eloping. Lol

[@NotJessH]

@@RebelRidersMotorcycles I 100% wish we had eloped and not spent all of that money on our wedding. Like you said, we had a beautiful time too and look back with fond memories but if I had to do over again, I’d elope!

[@asliyase]

Wow I assumed you’d be covering all of it since you’re getting married. To each their own but the U.S. is definitely a different place.

[@allieF714]

Yes, I live this. The cost was not too bad but I love that you did the survey. Privacy was a priority. It sucks to want to do and yet say money is a problem. I regret talking about money bc people think they can give their opinion when not asked. Or judge. The last 3 years have been rough for me and it sucks to not be up to speed they way I was with others.

[@MambacitaSelena]

This is awesome, you’re an inspiration

[@sd1660]

Seriously this is proof that being in a wedding party is HELLA EXPENSIVE. This is well over $1000 for this one event. Airfare, getting to the airport, and all meals were not included. Most involved in weddings will be financially strained to participate.

[@ritasjourney]

I’m guessing her friends are in better positions that the average American. Probably not a strain.

[@pienkunicorn]

Most people don't have millonaire friends. My "bachelorette party" was cheesecake, tea and games at a friends house. Probably $30 for the whole thing. Because we were graduate students and that was within our budgets.

[@shaypope4732]

Mines was in Paris the flight was 40$ 😂😂

[@TheKevinChaz]

​@@shaypope4732You flew from the US? That's an insane deal!

[@TheHIIVEcollective]

@@ritasjourney if you give people time they can make it happen. theses same friends would go toLA or orlando for a regular vacation...or spend that going to eat evey weekend at home. if people trul love you theyll sacrfice other stuff to make it happen....thats if they arent at the poverty line or severly struggling but most people have friends slightly in their income bracket and if not then its lifelong/great friends who will make the effort or be honest with you....and in a case like this will tell you they need help to make it happen.

[@angies3057]

Congratulations love❤❤❤ you did a beautiful job. 😊

[@coor0kun]

This is what healthy conversations about finances looks like!!!!

[@ceciliaparker6291]

Love it!!!😜 Congrats 🎈 🙌🏾💋

[@ValidityJ]

What a sweet & generous friend. As a Las Vegas local, I say, thank you for coming! We hope you come out again.

[@staceyharrison5158]

Nice! Looks like you got the cosmopolitan wrap around suite. I love that room. Hope you had a great time

[@meganrasey4377]

Wow...I could never even dream of affording any of that. Great for y'all!!

[@AcerAnderson]

This is amazing. Truly something I would love to see more people honestly talking about. Hopefully I be able too do this one day for my friends and offer to pay if they can’t afford

[@sakuraesther6309]

Taking the survey at the start of the year is so cool🥺

[@deirdresheridan8223]

Very clear. Honestly, you did all the fun things and for Vegas, that’s not bad!

[@anw321]

You're a gem. Congratulations 🎊 I look forward to reading your book this fall.

[@mikejackson7881]

🎉🎉🎉such an awesome friend!

[@ALYSSSA13]

That is so cool of you to cover the cost without everyone else having to know. You are a good friend!!!!

[@shawneebrown3971]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 and thanks for the info

[@naomitims4521]

After reading bridezilla horror stories it was so nice and refreshing to hear you made it reasonable and even considering your friends budget but then to also offer to cover it if they couldn’t afford it. That is a true friend, most of just go through stuff at times and get short on cash. That’s how friends should be, cover each other through rough times and good times❤❤❤ also congratulations on your upcoming wedding.

[@tiaamusa1192]

Congratulations on your engagement 💍

[@maryjanesbaby9392]

Awesome Vivian!🎉

[@annabellezhuno8211]

I did a survey and ate costs when I was my bestie’s moh! I just wanted everyone to have fun without worrying about money

[@jocelynroberson4579]

I'm now obsessed with you for so many reasons omg

[@lillysinbarrerasllc5272]

Your amazing!

[@thebalotchronicles6382]

Good for you for doing a survey and not imposing. Will take that idea on my 40th bday.

[@exas4791]

$ 100 in tips from each patron ? Guess i'm too poor to visit any bar or restaurant in the U.S.

[@Saturns48]

That was really kind of you❤

[@valenciajoseph5261]

Beautiful. You did it perfectly.

[@killersentra]

They all look gooood❤

[@eveenterprises7913]

You're so sweet ❤

[@ArnoldChavez-o3z]

Interestingly enough that budget was very low to the real damage Vegas can do😅. I will say just the comp of bottles was a massive lifesaver in this case.

[@maggi2798]

Im soo happy you would cover it for them😂❤ i would never have been able to come at that price😆

[@dmartz02]

Congrats! Also i loved the "Vivi Las Vegas"❤😂

[@shesofresh]

Do the survey!!! Seriously it helps so much! Also different friend groups come, so don’t try to force new people to talk to new people. I love the suite idea for bride and MOH or special friend and everyone else figuring out logging they can afford.

[@fuaadlatif9420]

All the best!

[@adamlee695]

Celebrate u BFF, have an an amazing marriage, keep being my BFF. Come to Houston with ur hubby

[@labumtum]

Wow. Thats expensive but thats good the ladies let you know what they were willing to sownd

[@sirpream.clientele]

This is why you are a bride, SELFLESSNESS is an endearing quality to have.

[@anuradharavi8745]

Wow. For some $900 is roughly one paystub.

[@mercedes4302]

I LOVE THAT YOU DID A SURVEY!

[@SD-hs2pk]

Survey is a great idea

[@TheMuirite]

That’s an awesome price for a bachelorette party. One of my friends, just a bachelor party for her sister and they spent more than double per person for an Airbnb when they had to do all the cooking and cleaning.

[@malumageo]

Love that!!!

[@heyhorinshi]

Classy af

[@bananablisss]

I guess it’s common sense if you are a nice person, but I never considered just covering the cost and keeping it between us. That’s such a good idea.

[@annabarr1304]

The problem many people have is that they several bachelorette parties, weddings, 30th parties, etc all in the span of a couple of years. The best bachelorette parties I've been to has been just that, a night out partying, no flights or hotels. I ended up flying out a lot to see friends after their divorces though. Sorry for rambling, now I'm going through a big 40 birthday parties phase.

[@NIKOLITA4686]

How ridiculous - rich besties only !

[@trinandrealewis001]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@baulitious1710]

Ok, you are a good BFF.🎉

[@monicafields3956]

Your awesome well done!!👍🏻

[@jaybeeme]

You are a bomb friend.

[@victorialombardi]

Unpopular opinion, but if you’re asking your friends to do all of this for you & to celebrate you, you should be paying for it. I’m getting married in January and this is why I never wanted a bridal party. I would never ask my friends to invest so much in me financially, to celebrate something I chose to do (get married).

[@avalonsignoraalmas6150]

Different strokes for different folks. Not everyone wants to or can do that. Does that mean they can't celebrate? A lot of times, friends don't mind, but of course they shouldn't be pressured.

[@fdm2155]

Most people can't afford to cover $1000+ expense for 5 other people. That said, the price point wasn't crazy for all that they did and people were free to find an airfare that worked for them. And she did offer financial assistance for anyone who needed/wanted it. Seems fair enough.

[@jehan9]

And she's a millionaire

[@figtree2971]

Agreed. I will have have a big fat party so my friend won't have to pay for mine but I paid so much for their weddings

[@didietukudo7193]

I think the thought process is like when it's your time, I'll do the same for you I think. But yah

[@jessicabrewer1720]

This is the only reasonable way to do a big trip for a bachelorette party. So polite to keep their budgets in mind and offer to help out.

[@TheClaireBear4]

wow! so impressive. Congratulations on your marriage

[@CoderDiva17821]

Now that’s a flex! Btw…🎉Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@SteepedlnStories]

Love the survey idea.

[@notyobestie4220]

Ahhh. This just makes me think 😂

[@kelvingavin9519]

One day i will be able to buy my friends. Off to work i go.

[@tbird5791]

I like this, very good

[@chaquantabrown316]

That was nice of u....

[@lfriasurzua]

I love that you sent out a survey and offered to pay…but it still rubs me the wrong way that an affluent (rich bff) wouldn’t automatically cover expenses people are accruing for her wedding. Can we normalize having the bride/groom pay for all bridal expenses as well? I would never want my friends to pay anything if they are doing us the favor of accompanying us as part of our wedding, it’s ridiculous that the expectation to pay to participate is on the wedding party vs the hosts of the party 😅

[@NeoNoirX]

No one else on the trip but everyone on the internet

[@sm-xz9kx]

Great idea on the survey. My take: I’d feel weird to say I can’t afford my expenses, but I’d pay for my part. Meanwhile, my budget is 0 when it comes to fun, but, again, I’ll pay when I commit or I decide that need or want to do something.

[@Josy5527167]

I did this for one of my bridesmaid who came from Asia to the states for my wedding. I paid for her portion of the bachelorette activities and stay. But for my other bridesmaids I paid for an airbnb where they could all stay the night before the wedding and get ready there. Also for them to stay after the wedding.

[@gilliankirby]

I've never heard of goodie bags for a bridal party. Interesting idea. Also a $600 tip sounds insane to this Aussie! Curious at how much it would cost to do a similar trip here in Australia, I'll have to research that 😁

[@mstracyful]

Great job girl❤

[@hummingmostbird]

That's about what my husband spent including flights for his best friend's Vegas bachelor weekend in 2018, so it seems like you got a pretty good deal considering recent inflation