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Single people share the very worst things they get asked at weddings.

Australia’s wedding season is almost in full swing and this can present a problem for one particular section of the population: single people.

These special occasions are all about celebrating long-lasting love and happiness between two individuals.

Of course, with matrimonial bliss front and centre on everybody’s minds, this leaves singletons vulnerable to awkward questions about their own romantic lives.

And surprise, surprise: It’s really no fun. At all.

So even if you don’t mean to pry and hurt some feelings, there are a tonne of awful questions single people really wish you’d quit asking. Take note.

‘Are you ready for the bouquet toss?’

This is one of those strange traditions you either love or you hate.

The problem is, the singles always feel called out as they’re shoved onto the dance floor. And really, it’s plain bizarre to watch a group of people forced to clamour for a bunch of flowers.

So, instead of drawing attention to your single friend, how about you quietly let them sit this activity out if they choose to.

It is never this joyous. Image via Bride Wars/20th Century Fox.
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'Oh, have you met my cousin John/Kyle/Matt? Did you know he's single too?'

ANOTHER SINGLE PERSON? How unusual.

Oh wait. No. It isn't.

Also yes, they've been introduced to your cousin John/Kyle/Matt a dozen times already. And yep, they've also already met the hot groomsman. So, no, they really don't need another matchmaker in their life.

'Why are you single?'

This question is a close relative of the dreaded, 'What happened in your last relationship?'

Cue, eye roll. This conversation is NOT happening.

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'Is that your date?'

Never automatically assume two people are hooking up just because they have a plus one. Or simply because they are standing next to each other prodding strawberries into the chocolate fountain.

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Things could get awkward, fast.

'OMG are you on dating sites? Or Tinder? What's it like? I must live through you!'

Dating in 2016 sounds just SO darn exciting to someone who has been in a long-term relationship and hasn't had the chance to experience it. It's normal to feel curious. But don't project that on someone who is actually living it.

Yes, they're probably using the apps. But the reality is a lot more tedious than you'd like to think.

Don't ask how they're tracking. Don't ask to swipe on their Tinder. Don't ask for the juicy horror stories. Don't bring up your auntie Jo who met her partner on eHarmony.

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'How long have you been single for?'

And DO NOT try to twist your face into a sympathetic expression when asking this.

Could it possibly be that they want to be single?

'So, are you getting out there? Have you been seeing anyone special lately?'

~Amor~ might be in the air, but that doesn't mean this person is primed and ready for a tell-all interview on their love lives.

'When do you want to be getting married?'

"... Well, let me just pull out my calendar."

Yeah, that's an easy one to answer.

'C'mon, do you want me to wingman for you?'

This is an atrocious idea. Please, only act when your services are requested.

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