There are ways around it. And if this couple couldn't afford it - which it seems they couldn't - they should have taken one of those ways. No one is entitled to the wedding of their dreams, no matter what bullshit they've been indoctrinated into. If you can't afford the wedding on your own, or with your parents'…

Shit is super expensive, but I don't think that changes the point. If you look at what you can contribute and what any parents are willing to chip in and it's not enough for an open bar and a sit down dinner, then you just serve appetizers, or have a buffet, or cut down your guest list, or have your reception in your…