Her dress was simple and the reception was understated. They spent a little money, to be sure, but it was not one of these wedding extravaganzas. Everybody had a great time and nobody felt beaten over the head with how much money they had spent on this or that.
It is a great shame that weddings, which should be an opportunity for families to gather for a joyous occasion, so often turn into something unattractive and grubby. If all a bride takes away from her wedding day is concern that the flower vases were dusty, she has done something very wrong.
“Her centerpieces were made of herbs and thistle pods picked from a community garden charity where the bride does volunteer work.”
I can beat that one. Old, super wealthy family gets flowers for wedding from funeral home for daughter’s wedding arrangements.
No kidding.
Excellent post. I could not agree more.
My fiance and I hope to do a destination wedding. 9 months of headaches for a few hours is simply painful.
I was lucky enough to attend a wedding similar to the one you describe. The families involved had plenty of money. The wedding was held in a lovely old church with creaky wood floors. They had decorated it very sparsely with baby’s breath and very fragrant carnations and hundred of little candle tealights everywhere. The dresses were simple and classic. The ‘program’ gave thanks to their families, including grandparents and extended family. There was an aura of intimacy and gratitude. The soloist sang “The Lord’s Prayer” a capella. It was an understated, elegant and very special occasion. I have not one clue what it cost.
Contrasted to that, the reception was incredible! They rented out an entire museum that had a two-story winding staircase from which the couple descended to cheers and celebration. They had easels positioned all around with old family photos in fabulous frames. There were several large ice carvings (that doubled as buffet tables for the chilled fare). There was a live band and a small dance floor. It was a great time!