The original poster said they understood that weddings were expensive, but felt that they were increasingly becoming \u201cless about love and more like narcissistic flex contests with a price tag that keeps on climbing\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cAm I an a****** if I say no just because I can\u2019t\/won\u2019t spend that on dinner at someone else\u2019s wedding?\u201d they asked, saying the couple\u2019s request made them feel \u201cstraight-up awkward\u201d.<\/p>\n
They clarified they were not offended, but said they simply could not afford the cost.<\/p>\n
The post quickly went viral, attracting more than a thousand disgruntled commenters.<\/p>\n
\u201cCan I be offended for you?\u201d one user asked, adding: \u201cI think that this is atrocious behaviour. The best way to offset costs is to not spend so much.\u201d<\/p>\n
Others suggested cheaper catering options such as barbecue or tacos, while one commenter joked the guest should reply: \u201cSimilar to you, I can\u2019t afford a $75 dinner.\u201d<\/p>\n
Another urged the invitee to \u201cgo ahead and decline\u201d, saying wedding receptions should be an opportunity for couples to host and thank guests for celebrating their big day.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhy does this person have zero class and zero etiquette?\u201d another user asked, calling the request \u201csickening and an absolute breach of civility and manners\u201d.<\/p>\n