Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s alleged strict wedding rule sparks huge debate
If the rumours of a 4 July date are true, we’re just weeks away from the internet’s royal wedding - aka Taylor Swift tying the knot with Travis Kelce.
Fans went crazy last August when the ‘Opalite’ singer and Kansas City Chiefs NFL star, both 36, got engaged after two years of dating, and since then, virtually no details of their big day have been revealed.
But, one alleged wedding guest who claims to have been sent an invite ranted to The Daily Mail about not being happy with one element.
The person, who remained anonymous, told the publication: “My invite did not let me bring a plus one.
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“I mean, what am I supposed to do? Go alone? That is so awkward. I don't think I am going to attend because I don't want to go by myself, and I am not sure I will know too many people there. I mean, sorry, I am not friends with Gigi and Bella Hadid!”
However, the source alleged that some of those lucky enough to be on the invite list will be able to bring a guest with them, leaving them feeling like the supposed rule is a bit unfair.
'That’s f***ed man'
Understandably, this admission left many people shocked, because first of all, who turns down an invite to Taylor Swift’s wedding?!
And secondly, the whole ‘no plus ones’ rule has stirred up a debate on social media, with people arguing over the age-old question - the etiquette around whether you can bring your partner to a wedding.
One Redditor joked: “That’s f***ed man, I’d leave my girlfriend at home if she’s not invited. Should have better friends with Taylor.”
While a second reasoned: “If that [paparazzi] was the fear, they should just elope and do it like Zendaya and Tom.”
“What if you have a girlfriend or fiancée but aren’t married?” questioned a third.
And a fourth argued: “I don't think that makes sense. If she was just inviting people she knew, then she'd trust them. If she's inviting random managers she doesn't really know, their spouses are just as likely to ogle as a +1.”
However, other Swifties came forward to fiercely defend the singer, pointing out that it’s perfectly reasonable to not want strangers at your wedding - celebrity or not.
One Reddit user wrote: “I can completely understand wanting control over the guest list. Giving people a +1 means you don’t 100% know who is attending.”
While a second agreed: “Seems sensible. She wants a wedding with people she actually knows, not people there to bring along friends as a ‘favor’ to her ogle her like a rare animal. On top that, there’s security concerns too.”
And a third added: “They probably want to make sure there's no secret paparazzi or people just in it to take pictures for Instagram. I'm surprised I haven't heard of other celebrities having a similar rule.”
“Planning a wedding is such a nightmare; they can do whatever they want. A billion dollars or not. Its stressful,” defended a fourth.
Fans have defended the couple, emphasising that the alleged decision is likely for security reasons (Bruce Glikas/Getty Images)
Etiquette expert weighs in on Taylor and Travis’ alleged rule
Speaking to Tyla on behalf of Covers, etiquette expert Grant Harrold explained how the plus-one rule can get ‘complicated’.
He said, “Traditionally, a married guest should automatically get a plus one for their spouse. There should be no question about it. It’s a very old etiquette tradition.
“But it’s a bit more complicated when it comes to boyfriends and girlfriends. I would say you shouldn’t assume your partner shouldn’t automatically expect a plus one if you’re not married. However, the world we live in today is very different, and people generally let people bring a plus-one along.”
Delving specifically into Taylor and Travis’ case, the expert reasoned: “In Taylor and Travis’ case, I imagine there are two reasons for their decisions to cut plus ones.
“Firstly, this is Taylor Swift’s wedding, and maybe she doesn’t want people to tag along as fans. She might not know them and it could pose a security and photography issue. It could be as simple as that.”
He added that it could ‘also be due to the venue size and due to space,’ as ‘they might have a number on who they can invite’.
“At the end of the day, it’s their wedding, so they have the right to make the decision - and it’s the same for any bride and groom,” Harrold concluded.
I think my invite got lost in the post…
Tyla has contacted representatives for Taylor and Travis for comment.
Topics: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Celebrity, Entertainment, Wedding, Sex and Relationships
Madison Burgess