Good or bad idea? My fiance and i really want to get married, our wedding date is set for 06/29/08 but we aren't 100% sure we can afford a wedding and honeymoon by that time. Would it be a horrible idea to get married this may when we go to vegas then save up until we can afford a beautiful ceremony like we want. I am just scared our family's will be mad if we get married in vegas and not have our family there. ANy ideas or suggestions?
2007-01-29 00:43:44 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I went through the same thing.
Somehow, though, I thought a Vegas wedding would feel a little "cheap."
I did not want to spend a lot of money for a wedding-- nor did it matter to me whether or not my family attended. It just wasnt that big a deal.
So: my fiance and I went to an all-inclusive club in the Carribean (Turks and Caicos) where everything was free!!!!!
1. The wedding.
2. The cake.
3. The flowers.
4. The video.
5. The still pictures.
It was just the two of us. Very romantic. Not Vegas-like smarmy.
When you come back, your family can throw a party, if they want to.
Good luck!!
2007-01-29 00:53:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My husband and I were married in Vegas 2 1/2 years ago - with just us there - no one else. It was so much easier, less $$$ and no stress - could you ask for anything more. We planned ahead at a sweet little chapel, and it was not all Vegas cheesie, it was a very nice ceremony and a day we both will never forget. Too many people plan weddings for family and friends more than they do for themselves, and that is a shame because that day and the expense of it is sometimes not remembered as fondly as it should be. If you are worried about your family, just find the place, set the time, and tell them if they want to be there - here's the place and time. Many chapels will even show your wedding live over the internet to those who can not actually be in attendance. So there are many options. I think that the outcome is the same, you become husband and wife, and that is the important thing, not a huge costly ceremony.
Something else we did, was have announcements all ready to go, and we mailed them from Vegas on the day we got married, so it was a wonderful surprise for those that were not in the know as to what was happening. We did not get a single complaint from any friend or family member!
2007-01-29 01:05:44 · answer #2 · answered by buggsnme2 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Only you would know your families reaction to eloping, but here's the bottom line.....you and your fiance are the only people who get to make this decision! You have to decide what is right for you.
Big weddings are expensive, and you are no "more" married having spent thousands on wedding or having paid a few hundred. Married is married.
If you feel strongly about getting married in May go for it - there are many beautiful places in Vegas to do it. Then when you are ready you can have a rededication of your vows and reception at home with family, or just have the reception after you get back and invite family and friends.
2007-01-29 01:10:39 · answer #3 · answered by Susie D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We travelled from the UK last September to get married in Vegas. Some friends and family came out with us, and we then had a party for everyone when we got back - we saved a lot of money doing it this way, and we got exactly the wedding we wanted in Vegas. The wedding is a single day of your life - don't compromise too much, but it's very easy for costs to get out of hand once you look at wedding magazines and talk to venues.
The website below lets you browse all venue options in Las Vegas (over 70 of them), and to browse all wedding packages by cost.
I hope you find what you want.
2007-01-30 00:38:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My boyfriend and I are getting married in Vegas on June 28, 2007
We are planning on getting married at The Venetian...
They have different wedding packages for everyones needs....
We chose to get married over the bridge for $2,500... after that we are planning on having a small reception at a nearby restaurant...
What you can do is invite only and only your immediate family and closest friends... we are inviting no more than 20 people.
She doesnt have to have a super expensive gown... Davids Bridal has some really nice ones for like $200...
If you dont want the Venetian... try other hotels... I love the Montecarlo but I dont want to be married in a chappel.... I love the water so The Venetian works for me =)
BTW - its cheaper if you get married between Sunday - Thursday... that's why we're getting married on a Thursday ;)
Give it a try and good luck!
2007-01-29 04:40:20 · answer #5 · answered by ♥ Sweetpea 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it would be horrible but i don't know your family...i've heard about many people who get married in Vegas and then have a traditional wedding later. I think its pretty common these days.
My husband and i had our wedding in Vegas at a chapel that had a live internet feed. Plus we didnt have to do anything because everything was setup for us even the flowers. I personally think thats the way to go and then you could have a party for your families later on???
2007-01-31 06:03:48 · answer #6 · answered by starsk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No that isn't a bad idea. I know quit a few couples that have done that. Another idea may be to get married in vegas and if you can afford it have a small reception and invite close friends and family.
2007-01-29 03:01:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you have lots and lots of money for a full up wedding,getting married in Vegas is a good idea.....I think you should invite close friends and family to attend at their own expense and explain to your family why you're doing this...They will understand and back you up....Do not exclude them,getting married is a very big day for parents also.Don't take it away from them.
2007-01-29 01:13:28 · answer #8 · answered by oohJOHNNY 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We got married in Veags June 2004. We did look into a traditional wedding in our home town, but felt it was not "us". We decided to invite our parents to Vegas with us, had a very tasteful ceremony, and alot of fun. 2 weeks after returning we had a big cookout, and invited friends and family, and by that time we had our pictues, and video to show everyone, it was fun!
2007-01-29 04:23:01 · answer #9 · answered by Lynny K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 06:14:57 · answer #10 · answered by warrenfeltz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋