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Writer's pictureDemetra Harris

Micro Weddings 101: A guide to small and intimate wedding celebrations

Paint the picture: It’s your wedding day.


You’re surrounded by your closest family and friends - the ones who can recite your Starbucks order without skipping a beat. 


You’ve stayed within your extremely reasonable budget for your big day, so you have more room to live in the moment because you’re not stressed about making exorbitant payments at the end of the night. And you don’t feel like you’ve cut corners or cheaped out anywhere.


It’s absolutely perfect, like something pulled straight from the vision board on Pinterest that you’ve been designing for YEARS. 


You feel like you’re floating on cloud nine as you soak up the intimate and romantic vibes that fill the air. And you know that you wouldn’t have celebrated the love for your new spouse in any other way. 


If this scene has you swooning, we have good news for you. 


This is called a micro wedding, and they just so happen to be #trending right now - although we’re pretty sure (and thrilled) they’re more than a trend, and they’re here to stay.


What is a micro wedding?


A micro wedding is considered an intimate wedding ceremony/reception that includes less than fifty guests. This type of celebration is highly focused on the unity of the couple and allows them to personalize every last detail so the day is a display of their unique love story. 


You can think of them as the perfect balance between large, traditional weddings and elopements. 


We like to compare the intimacy of micro weddings to that of elopements, which have also been trending for the past several years. However, the difference between the two is that micro weddings tend to have a ceremony and planned reception/dinner, while elopements are less structured than that. Elopements are typically just the couple and their witness (who may or may not be an Elvis impersonator, depending on the level of planning they put into it).

What are the benefits of micro weddings?


Micro weddings are the perfect way to celebrate your love if you're looking for something on the more casual side that isn’t accompanied by an extreme amount of planning pressure. 


They don't entail the stress that comes with creating and managing an extravagantly large guest list - and the cost and drama that sometimes come with it. 


They are low-key celebrations with a less in-depth planning process, so you can enjoy the ride as you design your fairytale day. 


Because this is a smaller event, micro weddings provide an opportunity to truly connect with your guests and each other as you celebrate the beginning of your beautiful journey as a married couple.

How to plan a micro wedding


While the planning process is less stressful, there is still a process! Here are some things to consider when planning your micro wedding. 


  1. Have those Pinterest boards handy.


This is where all of your virtual pinning comes into play. Sit down with your soon-to-be spouse, open up your vision boards, and create a list of must-haves for your special day. 


Do you want the overall feel of your wedding to be modern, rustic, cozy, etc.? What type of flowers do you want? Are you going to choose burgundy or navy napkins? Which venue do you have in mind?


Make a running list of the fine details so you can begin doing your research to make it happen. 


  1. Identify the guest list. 


Create a guest list that includes your closest circle. We know this can feel really hard (especially when you’ve known your mom's best friend’s aunt for years), but narrow your list down to a dozen of your most cherished loved ones. 


*Note: We say a dozen, but the number really depends on your venue’s capacity and your budget! At Euphoriia Garden, our private space accommodates up to 25 guests.



  1. Confirm the details. 


This is where the true magic happens! Once you’ve reserved your venue, florist, and photographer, you can get to work on the small details that make the biggest impact. 


Order the invitations, secure the dress, book your hair and makeup, write your vows, and remember to enjoy it every step of the way. 


 4. Enlist the help of a day-of wedding coordinator.


While micro weddings require less planning upfront than traditional weddings, they do still need someone to make sure everything runs smoothly the day of. 


You could absolutely do this yourself, but we know you’d much rather be sitting back sipping champagne than stressing about what time the photographer is due. In order to soak in all of the moments of your special day, we recommend hiring a day-of wedding coordinator. Learn more about our coordination packages here.


 

If you’re looking for a beautiful way to celebrate your love with intimacy and romance while still staying on budget, a micro wedding may be for you!


At Euphoriia Garden, our all-inclusive packages include everything you need to create the intimate wedding day of your dreams. 


Our venue space is located in Historic Downtown Concord. It features modern yet soft decor that delivers the perfect place to exchange vows in front of your closest family members and friends for memories that will last a lifetime. 




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