No-Shows at a Wedding Cost A Couple Much More Than You Realize

To the average wedding guest, a couple of missed RSVPs might not sound like a big deal.   “You only lose money for a few entrees, right?”  Wrong. No-shows can have a big financial impact on a couple’s budget. If one couple assumes that two of their wedding guests (just two) are planning to attend, but they don’t show up, the couple can lose approximately $730.77. I bet you are wondering, “How could that be?  Dinner probably doesn’t cost more than $150 per person!?!”

A Financial Breakdown of a Wedding Guest No-Show

Here is a possible breakdown when a wedding guest simply doesn’t show up for a wedding AFTER they RSVP’d yes.

• $79.20 — Cocktail Reception Hors d’ Oeuvres for Two (2) People + 20% service charge + 10% sales tax
• $63.36 — Bar @ $24 per person + 20% service charge + 10% sales tax
• $396.00 — Dinner Reception Meal @ $150 per person + 20% service charge + 10% sales tax
• $42.40 — Dinner Menu Cards, Ceremony Programs, and Escort Cards for Two (2) People
• $95.00 – Chiavari Chair Rental, Place Settings and Napkins for 2 People + 6% Sales Tax
• $26.71 — Gourmet Candied Apple Favors @ $12.00 each + 6% Sales Tax + Shipment
• $28.10 — Wedding Cake @ $9 per Slice + 6% Sales Tax + Delivery

Please Remember to Let A Couple Know If You Can No Longer Attend Their Wedding

So, the next time you need to RSVP for an event, call, write or text.  Just do it. Let them know your plans.  It is the least you could do to for the the couple.  And who knows — You could be costing the couple as much as $730.77.  Or maybe a lot more. And, that’s a lot more than you think, right?

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Love and Soul Always, Kawania