Part of the study echoes what we already know about marriage: That its increasingly for rich people—who make a lot and can afford honeymoons. Dating for a while before tying the knot might indicate a level of planning that suggests the couple is in it for the long haul. Similarly, a well-attended ceremony might be a proxy for a large family that pressures and/or supports the couple and helps them stay together. But the other findings, like the fact that expensive rings and ceremonies dont yield happier unions, are more surprising. Perhaps ill-matched couples use giant diamonds or flashy weddings to cover up the cracks in their emotional foundations. Or maybe couples that have modest rings and receptions feel that their boundless love is a celebration enough. Whatever the case, Francis and Mialon conclude that our findings provide little evidence to support the validity of the wedding industry’s general message that connects expensive weddings with positive marital outcomes. The average wedding now costs about $30,000, however, so this does not bode well.
Posted on: Wed, 15 Oct 2014 16:36:29 +0000
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