Let’s face it: Weddings are expensive, and they’re
exhausting to plan. Why should someone get a spot on your invite list if
they aren’t really all that important to you? We came up with a few
more people that you definitely do not need to invite to your wedding, in case you’re looking for an excuse to trim the guest list:
Your ex-boyfriend. Even if you guys are still friends, there’s really no obligation to invite him.
Your mom’s friend who “likes” all of your Facebook posts, but whom you have never actually met.
She would probably Instagram the heck out of your ceremony, but you’re
hiring a professional photographer anyway, so leave her out.
Your waxing technician. Yes, she knows you intimately and has seen everything, but she doesn’t need to see you on your big day.
Anyone you haven’t spoken to in years. We know you were so close
with your sorority sisters back in college, but if you haven’t stayed
in touch since you graduated, there’s no obligation to invite them.
Plus, you don’t want any memories of your keg stand days on your wedding
day.
Your best friend’s current fling. Obviously
you love your best friend, but don’t feel obligated to give her a plus
one unless things are serious between her and her beau. Those photos are
forever, and you don’t want to be wondering who that random is ten years from now.
Your neighbors. If you wouldn’t have them
over for dinner, they don’t really need to be there. Stick to sending
each other fruitcakes during the holiday season.
Anyone you consider a “frenemy.” She’s the
coworker or acquaintance that you get along with, even though you both
not-so-secretly kind of hate each other. Yeah, you don’t need to spend
$150 on her head. Do you really want to second-guess every compliment
she gives you on your special day?
Your co-worker who is also possibly in love with you.
If there’s absolutely any chance that he’s going to make a scene—like,
stand up right before you exchange vows and announce that he objects to
the marriage—you probably shouldn’t chance it.
Anyone you think might get trashed at the wedding.
You say “open bar.” They hear, “one tequila, two tequila, three
tequila, floor.” It’s hard enough to manage a ton of guests at your
wedding, without having to worry about your drunk friend grinding on
Grandpa.