OceanEyes302 wrote:
I would try and get them to figure out how much they're interested in spending. Both of my fiance's parents agreed to an amount they'd like to contribute plus "let us know if you need anything else" but my mom said she'll just pay for whatever else. It's awkward not knowing what my mom will be okay with paying for. She thinks prices for photographers are "ridiculous". Okay well that's what they cost. I can pay for it myself but she wants to pay. She wants to pay, but wants to pay for something cheaper which doesn't exist. Omg stress.

Ditto.

That was a very generous offer.  I would probably take them up on it, but we'd all need to sit down, discuss a budget and make sure you are clear on how much input they expect to get for their money.  There is a big difference between parents who want to write a check and parents who want to plan because they are paying.  I think it's important that everyone be on the same page BEFORE any money is spent.

Good luck and Congratulations!!