First, thank you for taking the time to review my post. I recently got engaged (yay!), but won't be able to get married for another three years. I'm in law school, and, well, law school is very expensive. However, my finace and I were throwing out wedding ideas- one of which I fell totally in love with: A New Years Eve Wedding.
My question is would it be totally self centered/selfish to have a new years eve wedding?
Before you answer- this wouldn't be a typical wedding. We have a pretty large budget. Our venue is selected (I know it's early!)- but it is beautiful. Our guests would have access to a premium bar all night, champagne toast at midnight, professional cigar rollers, live entertainment, DJ'ed entertainment, and we would make sure some how at midnight there would be a projector with the ball drop. Besides the latter, midnight party favors, late night snacks, and reserved hotel rooms for those who wish to party pretty hard.
The ceremony would be very small, only immediate family. 85 percent of the guests would only be invited to the reception. Guests would all be allowed to bring dates. Most if not all of the guests do not have children who are under the age of 20. The only guests with young children are immediate family: cousin's, brother's, and sister's- and we would never exclude them.
This week I mentioned this to one of my co-workers and 15 people joined in on the conversation telling me how selfish I was and how no one wants to spend new years at a wedding.
I don't want people to feel when they get the invite (3 months in advance) like it's a ton of trouble. I want people to be excited we're throwing a totally awesome party! My finace and I want to show everyone a great time and celebrate our marriage.
Am I being selfish? Should I change the date? Will people not be excited to have access to expensive alcohol, gourmet meals, and premium entertainment... all for free on new years?
Once again thank you for your time.
Maureen
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Re: [mg9004] Critical Co-workers are making me doubt myself...
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My opinion - sounds like fun. Anyone who may feel put out should probably not be invited anyway. Survey your family and friends to get their opinions.
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I couldn't agree more! I love the idea and wish I had a friend like you.
The only time this could be a problem is when there is extreme weather. But, you are offering rooms. So, I definitely wouldn't consider you two selfish or self centered. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
Planning a New Year's Eve Wedding
Survey your family and friends to get their opinions. 
