u/Zealousideal-Hat8560

I am just a curious bride to be wondering how are brides/grooms paying for their wedding with the average wedding price being at least $30K or more in high cost of living area. I feel like everything is so expensive as someone who lives in the GTA and I can't even begin to think how people are paying for their wedding. I do not want to be sinical but it is truly  just 1 great amazing day that will leave you with alot of memories, but still it is just a day and then it is gone and so is the money.

Are you saving up a year or more in advance?

Is it going on a credit card, line of credit,?

Are family helping to pay?

Are people opting to elope because it is cheaper?

Are we having a smaller micro wedding due to the cost?

I am just curious and this is also insightful for those including myself who feels completely lost and shocked with the cost of having a wedding. Thanks.

So we are planning a 50-55 people wedding in toronto/gta area. I did not want to pay for the full price of having a larger wedding so we opted for a smaller wedding. I am still going back and forth with my budget cause the costs are still adding up. I am doing things as minimal as possible while still maintaining an elevated experience. Can you tell me what you have or planning to spend on your micro or small wedding and the number of people? And if you provide a simple breakdown of cost that would be appreciated!

For reference we will be spending around 20-22k with 10.5k for all inclusive venue food and open bar package. dress 500, decor 1.6k real and faux florals. Personal florals 250, dj 1200, photo permit 475, dress 500 (needs alterations 200), these are the known costs at the moment. We have divided the remaining amount in other categories.

To cut cost we plan to do a 1 tier cutting cake and high end grocery store sheet cake, we will not be doing paper invites- we will create a website and do e-invites. We will be asking a friend to help with wedding photography(he will be paid) as we like his work and asking a friend who does bridal make up as well.