48 Disastrous Weddings That Were Too Bad Not To Shame Online (New Pics)

They say it’s not where you are but who you’re with that matters, and I think this phrase applies to weddings, too. Of course, there is a difference between a grand ceremony on the beach and quick get-together in someone’s backyard, but a super tacky best man and a crazy alcoholic aunt could destroy the atmosphere of either event.

To drive this point home, the members of the subreddit ‘Wedding Shaming’ are sharing the cringiest moments they’ve witnessed on people’s big day. Judging from their posts, it seems like there are endless opportunitiesto ruin not just photos, but the memories as well—if you’re inconsiderate enough.

Continue scrolling to check them out and don’t miss the chat we had with etiquette expert Diane Gottsman.

#1 Thinking Far Ahead For Wedding Drama Control…via Craigslist

However, couples are often under a lot of pressure when they’re planning and throwing their wedding. There’s a myriad of decisions to be made, from choosing a venue to managing the guest lists, and the whole process can become (a little) overwhelming.

So, we asked Diane Gottsman, an internationally renowned etiquette expert and founder ofthe Protocol School of Texas, whose clients range from university students to Fortune 500 companies’ leaders, which of these challenges are the most pressing in 2025.

“Budget is always an issue because the number of guests couples want to invite may not be able to coincide with their finances,” she told We. “It’s important to not overextend yourself. Invite the people that are really important to you and don’t feel pressure to invite those who are [merely] asking for an invitation, or that extended family suggest you invite.”

#2 Groom’s Mother Photobombs The Newly Weds’ By Sitting Between Them In Full Mourning Dress And Staring At A Bust Of Her Dead Husband

#3 Flashback To When My Mother In Law Wore This To Our Wedding. You Could Also See Her Purple Thong Underwear Through The Material. See Her Hand Reaching Out! This Was During The Kiss When She Grabbed Him So She Could Kiss Him

#4 Mil Hires Someone To Throw Red Paint On Bride’s Dress

To avoid drama and some of the problems we see in these pictures, couples should remember to consider everyone else’s point of view.

“It’s the bride and groom’s big day. It’s their responsibility, however, to greet every guest so each guest will remember the moment and feel welcome,” Gottsman, author of the book Modern Etiquette for a Better Life, said.

Smiling at others and enjoying their company is easier when you take care of your own needs first, so rest well before the ceremony and set yourself up for success.

“Eat before the ceremony [too]. Have a little nibble so you aren’t famished,” Gottsman added.

These things might seem inconsequential, but you know how grumpy we can be when we’re not feeling our best.

#5 A Software Engineer Wore An Apple Vision Pro To His Wedding

#6 The Dress My Mom Is Planning To Wear To My Wedding. She Sent This To Me Yesterday And I Still Haven’t Replied

#7 Bride Is On The Left, And Her Friend Is On The Right And Not With The Bridal Party So The Dress She Wanted Was All Her Choice

It’s only fair to remain mindful of your wedding guests, as many of them make quite the effort to be there for you.

According to a 2024 survey from LendingTree, 43% of wedding guests spend an average of $100 to $499 to attend each blessed event. Another 29% spend an average of at least $500, while 12% dish out at least $1,000.

#8 I Really Hope She Finds Someone For Her Wedding

#9 Not A Wedding I’d Like To Be A Part Of

#10 The Dress The Hair & Make Up Girl Wore To My Friends Beach Wedding

#11 Hot Tip – Save Money On Your Wedding By Defrauding Your Employer

Many weddings require guests to travel—an expense they’re typically expected to shoulder.

But most guests think their presence isn’t enough to count as a present: 91% of such attendees say they feel pressure to get the couple a gift as well, and 67% did.

#12 Saw This On My Way To Breakfast. Not Even A Please, Just A Demand

#13 “Budget” Grazing Table – You Get What You Paid For

#14 Influencer Bride-To-Be Begging For A Free Artwork

#15 Mother In Law Wore A Tiara And Sash To My Wedding

Such gifts are part of the reason why people even go into debt to attend weddings — and some take on quite the commitment.

Of everyone who has taken on this kind of debt, 23% took on $2,500 or more. Fortunately, more guests (43%) took on less than $1,000.

#16 Saw An Acquaintance At A Wedding Last Night. Still Shocked At What She Wore

#17 Another Gem In A Wedding Group With A Greedy Bride

#18 What Is This Cake (Please Zoom In On The Topper)

#19 13 Years Together And He Can’t Even Manage Some Nice Jeans

But if there was one piece of advice Diane Gottsman would give to the engaged, it’s to try not to stress too much.

“All weddings have highs and lows and what makes it great is understanding the importance of the ceremony as opposed to it being a perfect Instagram photo,” she said.

If you legitimately care about the event and everyone in attendance, you will find a way to make it fun and enjoyable.

For more wedding shaming, check out our earlier publication on the subreddit.

#20 Guest Dressed Like A Bride (Champagne/White)

#21 Gee I Wonder Why These And A Bunch Of Other Happy Home And Bride Groom Stuff Came In As A Goodwill Donation

#22 I Thought This Was A Troll Post But There Were Actual Real People In The Comments Agreeing With The Bride! 🤯🤯

#23 Mother In Law Made It Obvious She Didn’t Want To Be There

#24 This Was In A Bridal Magazine. I Thought This Was For Suggestions On How To Have A Good Wedding, Not A Tacky One

#25 If Someone Sent This To Me I Would Simply Just Not Go

#26 Saw This Today In One Of The Wedding Groups I’m In And Sprinted To This Sub

#27 Cringe. I Don’t Know This Person… And I’m Glad I Don’t! Say You’re Full Of Yourself Without Actually *saying* You’re Full Of Yourself

#28 Bridesmaid “Brought Down” Value Of Wedding Photos

#29 Bride Emails 6k+ Employees An Invitation To Her Wedding With One Month Notice To A Destination Wedding In Asia With A Screenshot Of Her All Cash Registry. She Reshares The Link In Her Ooo Email And Also In Our Organization Wide Presentation

#30 “You Must Fit Into My Childhood Expectations + Give Me Money”

#31 “You Can’t Play That Song Because Ts Said So!!!”

#32 Sil Wore A Wedding Dress To My Wedding

#33 They Say You Can’t Steal The Attention From A Desi Bride…

#34 Vogue Weddings: We “Sourced Parisian Cigarettes From Switzerland For Our Guests”

#35 She Promises She Didn’t Wear White To Her Daughter’s Wedding…

#36 My Friend Got A Late Diagnosis Of Adhd And Has Become Super Entitled With It Wanting Everything To Be Inclusive. I Am Ok With This Bit Feel His Demands Are Too Excessive And Demanding. For Reference I Haven’t Seen Him In 5 Years. Got These Messages Out Of The Blue And The Wedding Is In A Week