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Danni, on July 7, 2015 at 12:53 PM

I'm paying an additional $500 to serve dinner on real china for the wedding. My caterer includes everything including dinnerware and flatware.(only it includes plasticware) Everyone says i should use that money towards something else. I just feel that weddings are supposed to be elegant. What do you think? Have you been to weddings that served on china like plastic/sturdy plastic? Does this really make a difference? PLEASE HELP! ! !

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Ms. P to Mrs. P · on July 7, 2015 at 5:45 PM
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I was in the same boat. Our caterer includes all plastics in the price. Though others assured me no one would notice I was still hesitant about it (even though it fit our budget better). I have been known to break plastic forks trying to eat. After we had less people RSVP yes than we had budgeted for, I upgraded to real china. Immediately I felt as if a worry had been lifted. I guess my point is, do what feels right to you.
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Maricle2Be · on July 7, 2015 at 5:49 PM
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IMO it depends on what the formality of the wedding is. If it's something that's important to you and you'll feel good about, spend the money. I personally don't care what the guests eat off of since I know that I (who always normally pay close attention to these things) couldn't even remember what was used at either of the most recent weddings that I went to. It's all based on your personal preference. If it feels right, splurge.
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Amanda · on July 7, 2015 at 5:55 PM
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Unless it's a casual backyard wedding, I say it's always best to use real!
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