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  That’s a hot take. Celebrities have thousands show up- divorce. I’ve been to 100k+ weddings with 500+ ppl- divorced.
context: Upvote for the unpopular opinion, nice one.
  That aside, I’ve always held that you can hold a pretty cheap ceremony, spend a little to basically have a piss up, meal and general celebration with family (which as an aside functions as two family reunions in one) and then use the actual money for a decent honeymoon. 
  Seems better to me that way, some may disagree but hey, it’s your wedding. Do what you want, who’s gonna tell you otherwise? >
  
  That's what my husband and I did!! We went to a local lake with our parents and witnesses and had an outdoor fall ceremony. Family took some pics of us and we had a fantastic time because we weren't crazy stressed about it all! >
  
  How is this nsfw? Do you work for a wedding planner? >
  
  Because they’re Not Slightly a Fan of Weddings? >
  
  I’m amazed at how so many of my friends complain about being in debt or broke but they had big weddings that cost an arm and a leg. Big elaborate Weddings should not be a priority unless you actually have the money. I don’t have sympathy for people who spend 30k-40k + on a wedding and then complain about money issues afterwards. >
  
  We had a spectacular wedding with 38 guests on a mountain in Southern California. The total cost for the venue, an amazing brunch, professional photos, DJ, decorations, gifts, afterparty with sushi, deserts, dress, wedding rings, officiant was $4,600. This was 2016. A little DIY goes a long way. >
  
  I’ve always thought weddings were a waste of money, and those who pay thousands of $ are doing so because of family members and friends. I can’t fathom dumping so much money on food, cake, dress worn only once, venues, etc at overinflated prices. Imagine using that money to pay off school loans, pay off vehicles, down payment on a home, investing in the market. It’s just money being flushed away. >
  
  Weddings are fun and celebrating with everyone you love in your family and friends and people who have never met getting to meet is special
  It’s shown that the more people who attend your wedding the less likely you are to get divorced. Probs because you have a more supportive community keeping you together