Weddings are supposed to celebrate love, but some couples are now inviting their guests to swipe their cards instead of presenting gift boxes. Yep, you heard that right! Newlyweds are installing credit card machines at receptions, making it easier for guests to contribute towards their honeymoon funds. It seems love isn’t the only thing in the air—money is, too!

As couples encourage friends and family to dig into their wallets with the cheeky phrase “Don’t be tight, pay for our flight,” many are finding that the open bar leads to an open heart, and wallets. The drinks tend to flow and, as if by magic, so does generosity. Who knew that two martinis could spark such kind-hearted giving?

This trend, while unconventional, flips the traditional wedding gift concept on its head. Instead of struggling to remember what Aunt Edna might like, couples are simply asking for funds to help kickstart their lives together. But is this refreshing or just plain tacky? What would you do if you received an invitation with a swipe machine?

Whether you think it’s a radical new trend or a bit shameless, it’s clear that weddings are about more than just vows these days. They’re also about prioritizing practicality and winking at the traditions that have long been set in stone. Let’s just hope the next wedding we attend doesn’t come with a “swipe left for no gift” clause!