A couple has faced criticism and backlash after setting up a GoFundMe campaign to raise $10,000 for their wedding. While weddings can often be expensive, many people were shocked by this couple’s attempt to crowdfund their special day.

The controversial fundraiser came to light when someone shared their outrage on the “wedding shaming” thread on Reddit. Titled “Awful couple asking for 10k through GoFundMe,” the post expressed disbelief at the couple’s audacity.

“I know someone who’s been with their partner for six months and they got engaged. That’s not the problem though… The problem is they started a GoFundMe for 10k so they can have their ‘dream wedding,’” the Reddit user explained, adding, “Imagine being so entitled that you ask others to pay 10k for one day. I don’t have anything else to add, I just needed to share because what the hell.”

According to screenshots from the GoFundMe page, the couple stated that they wanted $10,000 to ensure their wedding truly reflects their personalities. They described their vision of exchanging vows under a beautiful, vine-covered pergola, surrounded by loved ones.

Predictably, the internet had no shortage of opinions regarding the couple’s request. One Reddit user commented, “Ugh. I always think that couples like this who are so focused on the perfect wedding day are going to end up divorced in a year.

The wedding is just the beginning, not the finish line.” Another person suggested that if a couple can’t afford their dream wedding without relying on donations, they should reconsider their definition of a dream wedding.

The overarching sentiment was one of embarrassment for the couple, with one user describing them as “gross”. It seems the couple’s plea for financial support didn’t resonate well with the online community.

Ultimately, while weddings can be expensive affairs, the choice to rely on crowdfunding for such a significant amount raised eyebrows and sparked a heated discussion about entitlement and financial responsibility.