Couple Saves Thousands by Opting for $600 Wedding with McDonald’s Drive-Thru Meal

Ellie and Alex chose a low-cost registry office ceremony, prioritizing simplicity and saving for their honeymoon and future home.

Ellie, 26, and Alex, 27, from the U.K., abandoned plans for a $10,000+ wedding in favor of a $72 registry office ceremony in June 2024.
The couple spent just under $600 in total, including a $316 dress, a $190 suit, and a celebratory McDonald’s drive-thru meal after the ceremony.
Family and friends contributed to the day, with Ellie’s mother providing a bouquet and a friend styling her hair for free, while disposable cameras captured moments from the small reception.
The parents of the bride and groom funded a $632 venue for a post-ceremony gathering with 20 guests, featuring a buffet and a DJ.
The couple redirected their savings toward a Paris “mini-moon” and a planned Dubai honeymoon, as well as future plans to purchase a home.