Rising Costs Force 25% of Germans to Decline Wedding Invitations

A study reveals the financial burden of attending weddings, with average guest expenses in Germany reaching 500 euros.

A Klarna study found that one in four Germans has declined a wedding invitation due to high costs.
The average cost for a wedding guest in Germany is estimated at 500 euros, covering travel, accommodation, attire, and gifts.
Social media has contributed to increasingly extravagant and costly weddings, pressuring guests to spend more.
Etiquette experts advise guests to avoid behaviors such as being late, wearing inappropriate attire, or bringing uninvited guests.
Unplanned wedding games, excessive drinking, or disruptive behavior are discouraged to preserve the celebratory atmosphere.