Hey everyone!
So my fiance and I (so weird saying that!) are in the process of checking out venues in the Hudson Valley. Not so shockingly, everything just seems so expensive. We're really trying to do something a bit original, not wedding factory, but still within a reasonable budget - maybe 90pp including tax and tip if possible. So far, we've checked out FEAST at Round Hill, Brotherhood Winery, Locust Grove, and we're in the process of checking out a few other places. They're all stunning, but still fairly expensive, and I just can't justify spending so much money on a 5-6 hour event.
My sister jokingly said, what about getting married separately, and having a "We Got Married!" party? I laughed, but then actually started to half consider it. Considering that these insane prices are easily paid year and after year because of the word 'wedding' attached to it, it doesn't sound like an awful idea. I wanted to ask if any of you have done this, or gone to one of these parties before. Not sure how to even have this conversation with a venue.
Let me know your experiences or general opinions on it - thanks!