A couple’s wedding was met with surprise and backlash after they imposed a $200 entrance fee on guests. The couple explained that the fee was due to their friends giving inexpensive gifts at the wedding shower.
One guest shared their experience on Reddit, revealing that their friend group chose to skip the wedding because of the unexpected charge. According to the guest, the couple had previously said they preferred cash but would appreciate any gift for the bridal shower. The group complied by bringing smaller gifts, such as wine, flowers, and jewelry, each worth at least $15.
Despite these thoughtful gifts, the couple expressed dissatisfaction, telling the group that attendance at the wedding would require a $200 fee per person, excluding drinks. This detail had not been mentioned in the original invitation, leaving the guests confused.
After discussing the matter, the group decided not to pay the fee and sent a collective message explaining that it felt offensive, especially since they were also covering the costs of the bachelorette party and adhering to a specific dress code.
In response, the couple explained that the fee was imposed because they felt the group had been “cheap” with their wedding shower gifts, particularly in not providing cash. This disagreement led to the breakdown of their eight-year friendship, with the couple removing everyone from the group chat and blocking their numbers.
The situation sparked a debate online, with many users commenting that wedding shower gifts are typically practical items, not cash. Others emphasized that gifts should never be demanded and that people should be free to give what they can afford without obligation.
