As we turn the corner into 2021, microweddings continue to dominate amongst many of the wedding trends we witnessed in 2020. These tiny weddings come packed with an elopement mentality that emphasizes the intimacy and affordability of smaller ceremonies with the same level of heart.
Even without a pandemic to put a damper on large get-togethers, many couples have quickly recognized the appeal for a microwedding in more ways than one. Not only do they eliminate some of the less than desirable wedding practices, but they also leave much more room for celebrating than traditional ceremonies. Still not convinced? We’ve put together the top 6 reasons why you should have a microwedding to help you make the decision.
Err on the Side of Caution with Smaller Ceremonies
Even with a new roll-out of vaccines, things are far from back to normal in the wake of COVID-19. Establishing a sense of normalcy takes time, which means hosting a large wedding puts many of your guests in an uncomfortable position. For the safety of you and your loved ones, it’s better to stick to a smaller gathering that limits the potential for exposure.
Fewer People Means More Flexibility
One of the most challenging steps to planning a large wedding is coordinating everyone’s schedules. You need to set the ceremony far enough out in advance to reserve a venue, make the necessary arrangements, as well as allow guests plenty of time to ask for time off of work and save money for travel. With a small wedding, there’s less of a hassle. You don’t need to accommodate upwards of a hundred guests, so your possibility for readily available venues opens up the time frame for when to get married. Having fewer guests also increases the likelihood of everyone having the same time off for the ceremony itself.
Avoid Family Drama by Inviting a Chosen Few
Having small, intimate weddings guarantees the people who are there with you are genuinely there to celebrate your big day. It eliminates the question of whether to invite extended family, coworkers and obscure family members you rarely even see except for the holidays. It also lessens the guilt of leaving someone off your invitation list due to capacity restrictions or uncertain family dynamics. Keeping it small and cozy is the most efficient excuse in your arsenal, no matter what prompts you to use it.
Save it for the Honeymoon…Or Your House
We’re talking about money. And let’s face it, weddings are expensive. The old tradition of the bride’s parents paying for the wedding is a thing of the past, with many couples handling all the expenses themselves. Along with this shift in responsibilities comes a reasonable turning point in priorities. Starting one’s future together under a mountain of debt is not the ideal jumping point for any relationship.
Instead of hosting a grand ceremony with an equally massive price tag, a mini-wedding eases the financial obligation associated with such conventional services. All the money you save with a smaller wedding venue, ordering less food, and only the necessary frills, now goes toward a down payment on a new home or even an elaborate trip for the honeymoon.
Lessen the Financial Burden on Others
Weddings aren’t just expensive for you. They’re expensive for your guests, too. Beyond the clothing, the bridal showers, and the wedding gifts, travel takes an enormous chunk out of your loved ones’ pocketbooks. If you have a destination ceremony in mind, it places a whole other level of strain for relatives who may not even be able to afford the most basic wedding expenditures.
With microweddings, the people involved are much more likely to be on board, no matter where you host the service. Parents, siblings, and best friends either live near you already or make the journey out to see you on a regular basis. So you know they wouldn’t feel put out making the extra trip for something as monumental as a wedding. Plus, you won’t have to feel as guilty about planning that destination wedding when it only involves those closest to you. After all, it’ll feel more like a family vacation for all to enjoy than a social commitment.
Save Yourself the Time
Another one of the most common issues with hosting a traditional wedding is all the time and stress that goes into planning it. The flexibility and size of a microwedding involve less worrying about snagging a venue substantial enough to accommodate a small army. Not to mention, all the time and effort that goes into food preparations, avoiding allergies, and selecting a menu worthy of a major celebration is enough to make anyone lose their mind.
Then there’s the decoration, the entertainment, and the list goes on. Long story short, an elopement style pop-up wedding may be just the thing you need to save you time, money, and ultimately peace of mind.
Planning any event is a big responsibility, no matter how small. Here at Pop the Knot, we are ready to help you through the process with one of our many amazing microweddings packages. Simply choose the package you love and we handle the rest. Contact us today to start planning the next step in your journey as a couple.
