Marriages are bigger and more expensive nowadays than in the past. Why is this the case? Is it a negative or positive development?

Modern times have shown

popularity

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the popularity

for larger scale weddings, incurring high costs compared to weddings organised in the past. The reasons for

this

trend will be analysed as well as why it can be seen as both beneficial and harmful to society. One of the main reasons for spending money on

such

extravagant weddings is that people want a memorable and special

day

. A marriage is considered very important in many cultures and it is imperative that the

day

symbolises

this

fact by any means possible.

Such

an occasion brings family and friends together to share

this

special event in their lives so there is a lot of pressure to impress their guests.

Furthermore

, external factors

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of

our society and within the media, influence people’s perception of how a wedding should be conducted. Ideas of fairytale style weddings and romantic stories from real-life celebrity weddings, heighten our sensation and lust for mind-blowing weddings. It can be incredibly satisfying for couples to imitate

such

lavishness and special treatment as a mark of social status, wealth and importance.

However

,

such

an investment into weddings can pose detrimental effects for young married couples. It is common for financial problems to occur,

such

as finding funds to mortgage a new home. Many couples would need to save money for the future and consider the needs of starting a family. Expenses

such

as childcare, education and paying bills would be an obstacle for many new families. These vital and necessary expenditures are seen as priorities for thrifty couples who choose to have smaller scale and inexpensive weddings. A wedding lasts for only a

day

compared to a lifetime of money troubles.

However

, the media and external influences place pressure on many couples to host

such

large weddings, which inevitably causes many couples to come into severe debt. In conclusion, luxurious and large scale weddings satisfy people’s need to mark a special occasion, but to

also

experience being as important as a star on their special

day

.

However

,

this

could bring couples endless financial worries for the future.