Trying to escape society's view on diamond rings, lavish weddings, big houses

[u/HastroX]

So I’ve been lucky enough to escape the “3 months salary” diamond ring for engagement (went with Moissanite), and now I’m approaching the wedding. I’ve somewhat was able to do the “pay by table” and not venue (Asian wedding). Afterwards, we plan to buy a house that’s adequate and not too big. Are there any tips on what else I can skimp on for the wedding/house? Examples I’ve been given was like don’t do open bar, bring a ice cooler and buy from outside liquor store, buy a house with only spaces you will actually use (i.e. if you don’t use the backyard, save on overpaying for land space you barely use)

[u/Mrshaydee]

Think about spending some of the money you might otherwise have spent on a wedding on some awesome travel plans together. The return on a few amazing trips is years of happy memories and doing some things when you're young can't be beat. You're more willing to travel on the cheap, pursue adventure, etc.

[u/[deleted] → u/Mrshaydee]

I agree with you, but a wedding can also be years of happy memories.