And so it begins

kushie77

My aunt just called to tell me her and my uncle won't be coming after all b/c the contractor is coming to work on the porch and it's the only day all summer that he can come.

We are already at min with her and uncle counted, so now we are paying for plates that won't be used.  Would it be tacky to ask someone else to come at 6 days out?

kitkatbubblicious

Yes and no. It depends on the person. If they're really understanding,I would say go for it. But most people would say to themselves, "gosh, I guess i must not be that important to her, they only want me there to fill in empty spots."

SunshineShades

What you could do if you wanted is if you have anyone who did not have a guest, ask if they want to bring a friend? We had some last minute back outs. What we ended up doing is my one cousin had said his girlfriend was not coming. Things changed, she was now available so I said to bring her.

ravenray

Yes.  Honestly I think it is common for people to show up who said they wouldn't come so your extra plates might balance out.

mandi921vh

I wouldn't invite anyone this close to your wedding... they will know they are an after-thought...

caitlinc09

Personally I would be offended if I was asked this close to the wedding. But, I think what PP said is a good idea - if you originally told people they couldn't bring guests maybe let them know that they can now!