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The Financial Confessions

I Spent Over $30K On My Wedding, And Now I Regret It

Jun 3, 2024
A former Bay Area bride shares her regrets after spending $30K on her wedding, advising future brides on avoiding overspending. Topics include societal pressures, vendor costs breakdown, setting boundaries, reconsidering bridal parties, and reflections on extravagant wedding expenses.
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Quick takeaways

  • High wedding costs don't always translate to lasting value, like spending thousands on videography with minimal viewing afterwards.
  • Flowers and other decorative expenses may not significantly enhance the event, emphasizing the importance of defining essential costs.

Deep dives

Regrettable Spending Decisions on Wedding Videography

Liz reflects on spending $3,300 on videography for her wedding, a cost that she regrets given the limited value derived from watching the video only twice over five years.

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