Though weddings come in many shapes and forms, there are lots of traditions and expectations that surround these noteworthy occasions. Perhaps some are timeless and charming, but others can be tedious, overdone, or just plain frustrating.
Maybe you think that the members of the wedding party are expected to commit wayyy too much time and money to be a part of a wedding. Bachelor/bachelorette parties, wedding showers, gifts, and matching clothes and shoes are expensive, not to mention the time off people are expected to take to participate in all the festivities.
Perhaps you think the first dance is a really cringey tradition. You hated having one at your wedding because everyone was staring at you and your two left feet while you nervously swayed off beat. You also feel awkward watching other couples have a first dance at the wedding.
Or, maybe you find big, elaborate weddings to be a waste of money in general and don't understand why people don't save that money and use it for a downpayment on a house, a big honeymoon, or just put it in savings.
