THE costs of planning a wedding can rack up pretty quickly - which is why one cash-savvy bride-to-be has come up with a ''genius'' solution. Charleigh Joan, from Australia, took to TikTok to share her strategy that will help the pair to cover the costs of their wedding. According to the stunning Aussie, who is set to tie the knot with the love of her life in 2025, she's decided to invite hundreds of guests - and will use the huge number to rake in some serious cash.
This is because the money-smart woman will ''completely ban vapes'' - and then set up a stall to sell them to party-goers who'd like to have a little puff. All chuffed with the business-savvy plan, Charleigh said: ''When I organise my wedding, I'll invite about 300 guests and completely ban vapes. ''Then, I'll fire someone to secretly sell vapes.
''The wedding should pay for itself,'' she explained the logic behind the move in her video . ''The vision is corner store Kwik-E-Mart energy,'' she chuckled in the caption. Charleigh's entrepreneurial thinking has clearly impressed many, as since being posted on the page the video has won more than 3million views in just two days.
Hundreds flocked to comments as thousands gave it a like - however, the feedback was mixed and not everyone appreciated the strict rule. Some, for instance, thought that guests would find a way to vape with the ban in place. ''Good thing I have something called pockets to hide my stuff in,'' wrote one viewer.
Others, meanwhile, reckoned that her guest list would dwindle down if the attendees found out about the no-vape rule. ''My friends would literally say sorry that they can’t come if I told them that.'' A third agreed, writing: ''Problem is I won’t come.
'' PLANNING a wedding on a budget doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your dream day. Here are some tips to keep costs down while still creating a memorable celebration: Set a Budget and Stick to It Limit the Guest List Choose an Affordable Venue DIY Decorations Opt for a Weekday or Off-Season Wedding Simplify the Menu Borrow or Rent Attire Digital Invitations Hire a DJ or Create a Playlist Simplify the Cake By being mindful of these tips, you can create a beautiful and memorable wedding without breaking the bank. Remember, the focus should be on celebrating your love and commitment, not on how much you spend.
Luckily, however, the comments were mainly positive, with the vast majority not only praising Charleigh's savviness but also thanking her for the inspiration. ''We love an entrepreneurial queen,'' a fan chimed in. ''Would it be wrong to save this to my wedding planning folder?'' a fellow bride-to-be chuckled.
''Only sell a certain colour too so the pics stay aesthetic,'' someone else advised Charleigh how to take the ''genius'' idea even further. The changes are expected to come into force towards the end of this year or in early 2025. Announcing the move, the former PM Rishi Sunak said: “As any parent or teacher knows, one of the most worrying trends at the moment is the rise in vaping among children, and so we must act before it becomes endemic.
” Health Secretary Victoria Atkins told BBC Breakfast that ministers "want to help children avoid the horrendous pull of a nicotine habit which for which vapes can very often be the gateway"..
