Two brothers are in conflict over a wedding invitation.
A groom sought feedback from the Reddit community after his brother stopped speaking to him for not inviting his girlfriend to his wedding. The groom and his bride are personally funding their small and “intimate” wedding, limiting plus-one invites to “long-term spouses or partners.” Opinions were divided on whether the groom was justified in his decision.
The 30-year-old groom shared his dilemma on Reddit, questioning if he was wrong for excluding his brother’s six-month girlfriend from the fall wedding guest list. The couple planned a small gathering of approximately 40 guests, mainly close family and lifelong friends. The groom’s 33-year-old brother, in a six-month relationship, expressed disappointment over the exclusion of his girlfriend, considering it disrespectful and emphasizing the relationship’s validity.
Despite explaining that the decision was not personal, the groom’s brother has not responded since. The mother suggested avoiding unnecessary drama, urging the groom to be understanding. Although the groom aimed to uphold the guest list rule, he faced criticism and support from over 500 commenters.
Opinions varied, with some supporting the groom’s decision as it is his wedding, while others considered it disrespectful to exclude the brother’s partner. The situation highlighted family dynamics and differing perspectives on wedding guest lists.
“Consider inviting your best friend’s date to your wedding, especially if she may become a part of your family through marriage. Not inviting her could create a negative start to your relationship. One commenter suggested a simple solution of allowing siblings to bring their significant others to the wedding without including them in the official photos, to avoid any hurt feelings and additional costs. Read the full article on People’s website.”
