Over the past few years, the wedding industry has been evolving to a less-than-traditional approach, with intimate weddings becoming more popular than ever, and I love to see it! Many couples are realising even after a global pandemic that a smaller, micro wedding approach for 50-100 guests best accommodates their wants and needs. There are plenty of benefits that come with it too, like saving money and investing in unique bespoke guest experiences. 

If you’re still undecided if an intimate wedding would be the right fit for you, read on to discover a few reasons why a smaller affair might be just perfect:

1 - Quality Time With Your Guests

Your wedding day should be celebrated with your closest family and friends who matter to you both the most. Do you really need to invite your distant third-cousin who you wouldn’t even recognise in the street? Or your Dad’s mate from the pub? Many couples with large weddings always recall getting burnt out having to spend their entire reception talking to 125+ guests. Make your wedding one to remember by only inviting those who you actually want to have there. Good company on your wedding day goes a long way as you can have a more authentic and special experience.

2 - Get Creative With Venue Options

Your guest count is one of the most important numbers that will come up again and again when booking your vendors. Most spaces typically can accommodate a certain number of guests per laws, safety guidelines, and capacity limits. A smaller wedding, however, will multiply your wedding venue offerings! From museums, theme parks, film studios, forests, libraries, the beach or a destination wedding! It’s your special day and a smaller guest count can truly allow you to make it your own.

3 - Hire Your Dream Entertainment Suppliers

Similar to having more venue options, the money you save per guest on your dream wedding suppliers and reception details. For instance, with a larger wedding, you may typically only be able to afford a live musician or a DJ, but not both. However, with less of your money going towards catering, chair rentals, etc. you can book an entertainment package that offers both an Acoustic Singer and a live DJ to keep your guests entertained all night long. Because who says you can’t have it all?! Another entertainment option you might be interested in is a magician. Close up magic with an intimate audience always goes down a treat and can be a great ice breaker, making it easier for your guests who don’t know each other to meet and introduce themselves. Check out the incredible Alan Hudson Magician for more information.

4 - Personalised Details

As you can tell in today’s society, we love to have everything personalised from coffee cups with our names on them to phone cases and more, and the same goes for your wedding. When you have 200+ guests it's hard to give your loved ones a personalised experience. More intimate weddings, however, allow you to have numerous touch points that will make each individual guest feel special. Perhaps personalised invitations or table name tags, luxe welcome gifts, or custom food stations will surprise and delight your guests!

5 - Save Extra Money for the Honeymoon

Cutting down on your guest list will of course allow you to save money. Unused wedding funds can go towards your future: treating yourself to your dream honeymoon at an exotic location, a deposit for a house, or another financial goal you wish to achieve together. Remember, this day is about celebrating your love for each other, and you can enjoy it however you please! 

Looking for a musician & DJ for your small, intimate wedding?

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