What’s a Micro-wedding? Minimony? And should you have one?

In light of recent times, these smaller-than-usual weddings are becoming an increasingly popular option for more than a few reasons.

More couples than ever are opting for a smaller, more intimate wedding. Whether it’s because of budget-restraints, a desire for a more intimate setting, or because of postponement in the time of COVID-19, these small-scale weddings have challenged the idea of what a traditional wedding could look like–and we’re here for it.

What’s a micro-wedding?

You guessed it–a micro-wedding is a smaller wedding that typically comprises of 50 guests or less. The micro-wedding includes all of the elements of a typical wedding–ceremony, reception, and everything in between–but on a more intimate scale.

While micro-weddings can be an obvious way to cut your budget, some couples opt for this setting so that they can pay more attention to the details and experience of the whole party. We’re talking everything from a three-course dinner paired with crafted cocktails, a weekend getaway at a vineyard, or dinner at your favorite beach-side restaurant followed by a sunset dance in the sand.

Micro-weddings open up the possibilities of these curated experiences that aren’t typically feasible for a larger guest list–and also gives the opportunity for each guest to make an evening’s worth of memories with you on your special day.

What’s a minimony?

The minimony has taken off as an intimate (and perhaps impromptu) option to wed especially in light of the recent times. The mini ceremony includes your officiant and a small group of loved ones (immediate family and closest friends) in a private, maybe socially distanced setting. 

For those who have to postpone their wedding date, the minimony serves as a way to honor their original wedding date in witness of their closest friends and family. It can still include some of the most important elements to a wedding day–in an even more special way. Recite your uncut vows without the pressure of a crowd, share your first dance in the privacy of your own space, and share this special moment with those who wouldn’t miss this moment for the world.

In a more practical sense–if you decide to still hold a sequential wedding party–a minimony could take away the potential nerves of the ceremony, gives you even more time to think about the details and logistics of your reception in the future, and leaves you to focus on nobody else but you and your partner as you unite in love. We think of it as an all-around win-win.