When I committed to being a bridesmaid I had no idea how expensive it would be, so how do I tell the bride I can't finance all these expenses?

It's easy to get caught up in the joy of the occasion and forget to ask questions about all the things she's going to expect of you. This kind of conversation can be stressful but it's also essential to make sure that you don't end up going into debt for a friend's wedding and then feeling resentful about it.