CASH BAR TACKY???

I was on a the WeddingChannel.com and happen across this blog about The 10 Biggest Wedding Mistakes  There was one that stood out for me. So I posted it on Facebook and how I felt about it. I also got others to sound off on how they felt. Here was the so called mistake.

MISTAKE #8: HAVING A CASH BAR

You've already paid for the food, music, and venue, so can't your friends just foot the bill for their own drinks?

Answer: No.

What it'll cost you: More than anything else, this one will cost you some serious wedding etiquette embarrassment. It's not acceptable to ask your guests to pay for anything -- ever -- at the reception. It can make you look tacky or cheap -- two words you do not want associated with your wedding day.

How to avoid it: If you're on a tight budget, consider limiting the bar options to beer and wine only, plus a signature cocktail. You can also limit the hours the bar will be open (shorten your reception) or ask about using bar brands instead of top shelf liquor. You might even consider hosting an afternoon or brunch reception, so guests drink less. It's all right to host a reception sans alcohol, but it's never okay to ask your guests to pay for their own drinks.

I didn't agree. I think personally this is lame. If a Bride & Groom can't afford it I say don't do it. My Groom and I agreed that since it was an afternoon affair, open bar would just encourage people to drink without limits. We figured our guest should be able to have a good time without having to purchase a drink and if they do, it would be on their dime. But we also choose not to do a cocktail hour. After the ceremony all the guest are able to get their seat assignment, grab some appetizers and head for their seat. 


Here were a few of the responses I got that agreed and had their own personal reasons why. I thought it would help someone if they were having a issue with this very subject. 

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As I said, it's your dime. Spend it wisely! 

Sweet Talk & Love


Disclaimer: Thanks to the Ladies that responded to my post. There was one that thought it was tacky. The reason why It was not posted is because this post is about why it is not tacky.