The author shares her experience of being invited to a friend's destination wedding in Colombia, expressing initial excitement but later hesitance upon learning that no plus-ones would be allowed for single guests. This restriction turned her enthusiasm into reluctance, as attending alone would require significant travel costs and emotional burden. Although recognizing the couple's right to impose such rules, she also conveys disappointment and a sense of unfairness compared to coupled guests. An etiquette coach provides insight, affirming that while the couple is within their rights, guests are equally valid in their choice to decline the invitation.
"While it's understandable to feel disappointed about not being offered a plus-one - especially when others were - it's ultimately their decision," Meier said, referencing the couple getting married.
"Although the bride and groom weren't in the wrong for limiting plus-ones on an event they were hosting, I was also valid for turning down their invitation."
"That said, etiquette goes both ways," she added. "You're never obligated to attend as a guest."
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