Wild Wedding Facts
What is the average cost of a wedding in the U.S.?
A. $5,000
B. $15,000
C. Over $30,000
Answer: C — Over $30,000
Why do brides traditionally wear white?
Answer: To symbolize purity (popularized by Queen Victoria)
What do couples argue about most often?
Answer: Money
How many times does the average bride try on dresses before choosing one?
A. 2
B. 4–7
C. 20
Answer: B — About 4–7
What is the most common wedding day mishap?
Answer: Someone crying (usually not just the bride)
What is the average number of guests at a U.S. wedding?
A. 50
B. 115
C. 300
Answer: B — About 115 guests
Why do couples throw rice (or confetti)?
Answer: To symbolize prosperity and fertility
What is the #1 complaint about weddings from guests?
Answer: Long speeches
What percentage of brides cry on their wedding day?
A. 10%
B. 50%
C. Over 80%
Answer: C — Over 80%
What wedding role is most likely to cause drama?
Answer: Bridesmaids
What wedding item is MOST likely to be forgotten on the wedding day?
The rings
Why does the bride carry flowers?
Answer: Originally to mask body odor
What percentage of couples admit to arguing during wedding planning?
A. 10%
B. 40%
C. 90%
Answer: C — Around 90%
How long does the average wedding planning take?
Answer: About 12–18 months
What is the most commonly spilled item at weddings?
Answer: Red wine
What percent of couples say wedding planning is more stressful than expected?
A. 25%
B. 50%
C. Over 70%
Answer: C — Over 70%
Why do couples cut the cake together?
Answer: To symbolize teamwork and sharing
What household chore causes the most fights?
Answer: Dishes or laundry
What percentage of couples go into debt for weddings?
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. About 45%
Answer: C — Around 45%
What guest is most likely to dance the most?
Answer: The drunk uncle
What is the most expensive part of most weddings?
Answer: The venue
Why is it considered bad luck to see the bride before the ceremony?
Answer: Arranged marriages — groom might run if he saw her
What is the #1 reason couples argue on their honeymoon?
Answer: Being tired and stressed
What is the most Googled wedding question?
Answer: “How much should I spend?”
What is the most common thing guests secretly judge?
Answer: The food