My dad is mad that my fiance's family has alot more people than my side does. He feels that they should pay for it. Is this normal for one family to have more than the other? I really don't know what to do. We have to have a minimum of 200 and we are at 233, expecting 10 to 20 percent not to come. My wedding is in 92 days. Please advise. Thanks.
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Re: groom has More on Guest List Than Bride
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Dear Meekelly,
Expecting that many not to attend is not a good idea. They could all attend. In fact, I have heard of couples running out of room because their guests bring others who are not invited. So, it is best to keep your guest list to those you can host. And, your guest list should have been firmed up much sooner.
Parents are no longer financially responsible for their children's weddings. This also means that they do not invite. So, your father's feelings are legitimate if he is paying, even though everything he contributes is considered a gift.
It may be best for your fiance to speak to his parents to inform them that you two will set the guest list. You don't have much time to do this.
groom has More on Guest List Than Bride
My dad is mad that my fiance's family has alot more people than my side does. He feels that they should pay for it. Is this normal for one family to have more than the other? I really don't know what to do. We have to have a minimum of 200 and we are at 233, expecting 10 to 20 percent not to come. My wedding is in 92 days. Please advise. Thanks. 
