While we immediately pull at our collar with awkward vibes to the 9’s, it’s become a hot topic as the cost of weddings increases and people’s true colour shine and this episode aims to validate how you might be feeling if you’re looking to cut down that list.

Here’s the article we referenced from our good friends Amy and Mel from Wedshed and what we’ve summed up and made an acronym of ACRE.

Acknowledge the fact that you originally invited them.

Explain what's changed (The venue, budget, friendship issues)

Make the reason clear. For this reason, sadly we will no longer be able to share our day with you.'

End it with something light that indicates what you want next – 'We hope you understand..”

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