5 Pros of Having a Small Wedding
The one thing that changed positively since Covid-19 was the wedding industry. It makes me so happy to see people taking a nontraditional approach to having a wedding that is more aligned with who they are. It is so awesome to see people less likely to follow huge, stuffy traditions for the sake of tradition. If you're on the fence about what direction to go for your wedding, take a look at 5 pros of having a small wedding, micro wedding, or elopement.
Cost Effective
Small weddings save money. You are automatically saving tons of money on food by not feeding 100+ people. You have more options for what to eat and can make it as creative as you want. Decor on a smaller side is significantly more affordable. Having a small-scale wedding allows you to enjoy your day without paying exuberant amounts of money for everyone and their great-aunt you've never met. Also, because most things will be significantly cheaper, you can still splurge on a unique experience since you're accommodating fewer people.
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More Mental Peace
By keeping your guest list small, you are giving yourself the mental space to enjoy your day. You can plan your wedding more easily because logistics are much easier to plan. For example, seating charts, expenses, and invitation lists won't take up as many of your resources, allowing you to be present with those who love you most. If you're worried about the reactions of those who aren't invited, designate someone you trust to help you maintain boundaries. Especially with inflation, blame it on cutting costs and leave it at that.
Intimacy
By keeping it small, your day will most likely have more positive memories between your guests and you. There is less chance for drama or major falling outs if you choose people who are genuinely there for you and your partner. The smaller you keep it, the more likely you will have an intimate day that genuinely celebrates who you are as a couple. If a big party is what you want, that's fine, and there is nothing wrong with that. However, more intimate parties are great for those who want to be celebrated in the purest ways. You have many more options for incorporating your guests and making the wedding special for them by doing something smaller. You have more time to chat and spend time with guests, rather than the usual 5-10 minutes at bigger gatherings.
Fewer Posed Photos
This is a massive benefit for brides and grooms who dread countless family photos (or don't have a close family). Traditional posed family photos can be done in a flash (Was that pun intended? Maybe!), and you can focus more on making memories with your loved ones. By opting for a small wedding, you are cutting out the annoyance of hunting down every family member under the sun for awkward photos. It's a win for everyone!
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More Quality Time Together as a Couple
Check out some of our posts about your options for spending more time together as a couple. You can get ready together if you choose to have a smaller wedding. You have more time to spend as a couple while losing the pressure to talk to a hundred people and running your social battery to zero. You have more time to sneak off and spend a few minutes recharging. You can walk around your venue for a few moments and talk. Your photographer can catch many more moments surrounding your love, which is the most important part of your day.
These five pros give you a glimpse of how magical a day can be with a limited number of guests. You can still have an epic party. In fact, I would argue your party could be even more epic because you have more options and resources to accommodate a smaller guest list. Your guests will feel valued for eternity because you trusted them to be a part of the exclusive circle you created to keep your peace. Your boundaries matter, and hopefully, having a micro wedding will help you establish confidence that you matter. Your mental health matters. I will end on one last note. It's crucial to remind you that it is of the utmost importance to surround yourself with people who genuinely love you.
With Much Love,
Rebecca Kochanek | Blogger