Today on The Stream: Weddings used to be about the couple; now they’re about the content.
Social media’s influence and society’s pressure for the “perfect” wedding often push couples into debt before they even say “I do”. We’re breaking down whether a budget-friendly wedding is still truly possible – and examining the heavy financial burden that comes with a lavish celebration.
Presenter: Stefanie Dekker
Guests:
Claudia Sokolova – Wedding planner and content creator
Kiara Brokenbrough – Content creator
Sumera Batool – Associate professor at Lahore College for Women University
Published On 14 Sep 2025
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/the-stream/2025/9/14/are-weddings-a-financial-nightmare?traffic_source=rss
