Why on earth would anyone like to throw a smaller wedding? In these days of
over-the-top celebrity weddings and spending enough on a wedding ceremony to put
you in debt for years to come, you do not hear much about small weddings. But
they're making a comeback, specifically for those brides who prefer a more
personal, intimate atmosphere. That's why I wanted to share some small wedding
tips with you in this post.
First, though, let me clarify several things. A small wedding does not mean an
informal wedding, or a simple wedding, or a inexpensive wedding (though
obviously, because the guest list is dramatically reduced, there can be
significant savings). It simply refers to the size of the guest list. Instead of
inviting your best friend's great aunt from Pittsburgh, the guest list and big
event are confined to a small circle of close relatives and friends. How small?
Frequently as small as only ten to fifteen people.
Beyond sharing the most critical day of your life with a small, intimate
group of friends, a small wedding allows you the freedom to focus on those
aspects of the wedding which are most important to you and might otherwise have
been out of your reach.
For example, a smaller wedding makes a destination wedding far more practical
than a large wedding. A destination wedding is strictly as it sounds ... the
wedding is held out of town, at a setting that meets the interests of the bride
and groom. Las Vegas is a destination wedding. A theme park, such as Disney
World, is a destination wedding. There really are few limitations ... a mountain
lodge, a beach house, a bed and breakfast, a ski trip, and so on. While the
wedding ceremony and guest list are small, a destination wedding becomes much
simpler to achieve.
You also have more leeway in your food options. If this is a significant area
for the wedding of your dreams, then catering or dining out at a fine restaurant
are more likely to fit within your budget. However, you could equally enjoy a
potluck or a buffet or even an afternoon of hors d'ourves. A smaller wedding
party allows you the freedom to pursue the wedding you really want for
yourself.
The idea behind a smaller wedding is to share your special day with only a
few exclusive people. Since the size of the wedding celebration and guests is
definitely manageable, small weddings suggestions often allow you to pursue the
wedding of your dreams when otherwise it would not be possible. Whether it's a
fancy, elegant wedding or a few close friends sharing a common interest, it's
your choice. Make your intimate wedding a wedding that you will never
forget.