The 10 Most Ridiculous Wedding Expenses Ranked By A Former Wedding DJ
Getting married in 2024? Here are some wedding expenses to cut out. It’s June, statistically the most popular wedding month of the year, followed by September and October. With the…
Getting married in 2024? Here are some wedding expenses to cut out.
It’s June, statistically the most popular wedding month of the year, followed by September and October. With the wedding season kicking off, it’s up to misanthropic, socially anxious individuals like me to ask the sincere yet selfish question: WHY?! Why are you spending so much money on weddings? Why are you literally throwing away a down payment on a house on a party that over 20% of people won’t even attend, and 50% of people find to be a stressful obligation?
I feel like I have a little bit of authourity to speak about this. Not only am I married, but also I was a wedding DJ and was in a band that played a lot of weddings over the years. Now, I’m not arguing that you should never get married or that you should just go to the courthouse and get married in the same place where drunks argue to get their driver’s licenses back. I got married on a beach in Florida for around $1,200, and by all accounts, it was “fine.” Which, honestly, is the best you can hope for from your overly honest father-in-law. And before you start with, “Oh, his poor wife,” she actually wanted to go to the courthouse rather than spend money on admitting she loved me in front of our friends and family. I had to talk her into the beach wedding.
Useless and Expensive Wedding Expenses
This article lists the most useless and expensive parts of getting married. So, before you start planning your wedding, be warned that the expenses will pile up quickly and ridiculously. Some of the most extravagant costs include elaborate invitations that most guests will discard, expensive wedding cakes that go uneaten, and extravagant floral arrangements that wilt within days. Then there’s specialized transportation like luxury cars or horse-drawn carriages, and the exorbitant costs of a live band when a DJ would suffice.
Favors
Cost: $440
Why they are pointless: You know what no one has ever said while moving? "Oh make sure you pack that letter opener we got from Sarah and Gil's wedding back in 2008!" Just skip it. The real favor is people getting a free meal at the reception.
Expense: Invitations
Cost: $510
Why they are pointless: Elaborate invitations can be costly and often end up discarded. Digital invitations are a more affordable and eco-friendly alternative.
Plus uhhhh you know....
Expense: Wedding Cake
Cost: $510
Why they are pointless: A large, elaborate wedding cake can be expensive and may not be fully consumed. Consider opting for a smaller cake or alternatives like cupcakes or a dessert table.
Expense: Transportation
Cost: $980
Why they are pointless: Specialized transportation like luxury vehicles or horse-drawn carriages can be quite costly. Practical options like rented cars or shuttles are more economical and equally effective.
Plus God only knows what that carriage was used for before the wedding:
Expense: Wedding Planner
Cost: $1,900
Why they are pointless: While a wedding planner can provide valuable assistance, their services can add a significant cost to the budget. Many couples manage well with careful planning and help from friends and family.
Expense: Wedding Dress
Cost: $1,900
Why they are pointless: Designer wedding dresses can be very expensive. Consider renting a dress or purchasing one off-the-rack to save money while still looking stunning. Holding on to your wedding dress will only serve as a reminder of what your body was like before you had kids.
Expense: Videographer
Cost: $2,100
Why they are pointless: If you are getting married do yourself a favor. Call your mom and dad and ask them the last time they watched their wedding video. The over/under will be less than a year after they were married. Why not just ask people to take their own videos and post them on a facebook page for your wedding, then compile them together?
Expense: Florist
Cost: $2,400
Why they are pointless: Extravagant floral arrangements can significantly drive up wedding costs. Choosing simple, in-season flowers or greenery can be just as beautiful and more budget-friendly.
Expense: Rehearsal Dinner
Cost: $2,400
Why they are pointless: Lavish rehearsal dinners can add a substantial cost to the overall wedding budget. Opting for a more casual gathering can be equally enjoyable and less expensive. How about just having it at a nice house, renting an AIRBNB and catering would be much cheaper.
