“What Exactly is a Microwedding?”

A “micro-wedding” (aka Mini-Mony or Tiny Wedding) is just what the name implies—a small wedding!

There’s really no hard rules, but generally speaking a micro-wedding consists of a less-traditional ceremony and reception with anywhere from zero to sixty guests. It’s a non-traditional way of celebrating a couple’s special day that splits the difference between an informal “elopement” and a full-blown wedding. Micro-weddings will often times feature a wedding ceremony that takes advantage of natural outdoor features, such as a beach, park, mountain, backyard, etc. After the ceremony, the “Reception” is often times takes place at a local restaurant, rental home, or backyard. This style of reception is generally more casual compared to a big traditional wedding at a full venue, and while they generally don’t feature a full blown dance floor many couples still incorporate elements like a first dance, cake cutting, and toasts.

But again: there are no rules—you can do whatever you want with however many people you want!

“Who Are They For?”

Small weddings can really be for anyone!

Since there are no rules on size or style, the wedding can be customized to fit any couple’s personalities and budget, from a mountaintop elopement to a casual wedding at the local art gallery. With that being said, couples that tend to be drawn to this idea are typically looking to avoid the stress and expenses associated with traditional ceremonies, opting instead to create an intimate experience with their close friends and family. And, of course, this contemporary style of celebration is also the perfect fit for a vow renewal ceremony!

“Why Should I Have a Small Wedding?”

Microweddings offer a budget-friendly alternative to more traditional wedding options, while still offering a wedding day that is both beautiful, memorable, and awesome. Best of all, without the financial and logistical restrictions of a bloated guest list, many couples find that their wedding budget goes much further! And while it’s certainly the easiest way to have a “cheap” wedding, you don’t have to sacrifice quality or elegance. Another advantage of microweddings is flexibility. Whereas traditional venues often restrict vendor/food/alcohol choices, with a small wedding, the world is your oyster!

Want to have a food truck meet your party in the park?
…Why not!
How about the ceremony on a mountaintop and the reception at a brewery?
…That works!
Your friend as the officiant and a cactus bouquet?
…You’re in charge!

“Why Should I NOT Have a Small Wedding?”

In my experience there are three reasons that couples choose a more traditional wedding over a smaller event like a micro-wedding or elopement.

1. Family & Traditions - If you have family and traditions that dictate a specific sort of wedding day, and you decide these are things you want to incorporate, than a more traditional wedding may be the best fit for your day.

2. Group Size - If you are fortunate enough to have a massive family and core friend group, than a small wedding may simply not be feasible. Once you get above 60ish people, generally groups find that the logistics of an informal micro-wedding just don’t work well. For groups of 60 or more, I generally recommend finding a more traditional venue that can accommodate both the ceremony and reception.

3. PARTY - In my experience the numbers don’t like, if you have less than 30 people, it’s very rare to have a group that is popping bottles, blasting music, and dancing the night away. If you want your wedding to be a PARTY in the traditional sense, you may simply need more bodies to bring the energy! :)

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