The wedding process is every couple’s first real trial in their marriage. Some would argue that the assembly of one’s first piece of IKEA furniture is what tests everyone’s patience, but truthfully, it’s the budget-juggling, decision-making, and all-out drama of the wedding planning process that truly puts a relationship to the test.

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Why have a big white wedding when you can just photoshop it!

With the high prices in the wedding industry coupled with today's inflation, a lot of couples are moving towards the route of having nontraditional weddings to save on costs. This bride was generously gifted $50,000 by her parents to throw a big wedding with her fiance. For $50,000, that's a pretty big wedding you can plan. Well, the couple decided to elope instead and use the money for a downpayment on a house. Which many commenters say is a really smart decision, as a home is an investment th…