The Advantages of a Micro Wedding

You want your wedding day to be special. And you probably want your special day to be attended by everyone you know – all your friends, co-workers, immediate family, and extended family. But the larger and more extravagant the wedding, the greater the costs. This is especially likely to be true when the wedding ceremony and reception involve significant guest lists. One way that some brides and grooms are cutting down on costs these days is by throwing a micro wedding.

So, what exactly is a “micro wedding”? Keep reading this blog to learn all about micro weddings and for suggestions on whether a smaller, more intimate gathering might be best for you.

What Is a Micro Wedding?

Think of a micro wedding as an intimate gathering of only your closest friends and family members, all of whom are present to celebrate and bear witness as you and your partner declare eternal love. While a typical wedding has a guest list in excess of 100 people – and some large weddings have 500 people in attendance – a micro wedding guest list might have only around 50 people present for the ceremony and/or reception.

The Advantages of a Micro Wedding

There are a number of advantages to staging a micro wedding as opposed to a more traditional wedding. For starters, a micro wedding will allow you to limit the size of your wedding while still throwing the kind of celebration you always dreamed of.

These are just a few of the benefits of a micro wedding:

  • More intimate. Micro weddings tend to be more personal and intimate than standard weddings. This is due in large part to the fact that a micro wedding is significantly smaller, with a limited guest list. The people in attendance at your micro wedding ceremony will truly be the people you trust and respect and cherish.
  • Exclusive feel. It is important to treat your micro wedding as an exclusive ceremony at which only a select few will be in attendance. Do not feel guilty about limiting your guest list. After all, that’s being done not just for your benefit but also for the benefit of your guests.
  • Easier wedding planning process. A major advantage of throwing a micro wedding is that it’s substantially easier to plan for a smaller guest list. There will be fewer invitations to send and less seating arrangements to figure out, as well as reduced stress when it comes to allocating expenses. This means that you will be able to commit valuable resources – both time and money – to the little details that will matter most on your wedding day.
  • Reduce wedding costs. The ability to minimize costs is another reason to opt for a micro wedding, especially if you are operating on a limited budget. A micro wedding will help you keep costs down as you look to save money. Of course, if you still want to splurge, throwing a micro wedding will allow you to get more bang for your buck on a per-guest basis as you will now be tailoring the event to fewer people. This could extend to the type of ceremony you hold, the entertainment you provide after the ceremony, and the cuisine you serve guests at the reception.

Things to Keep in Mind When Planning a Micro Wedding in Colorado

One mistake that you should not make when planning your wedding is to feel obligated to invite too many guests to the wedding ceremony and/or reception. While you probably don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, you need to trust that your friends and family members will understand that a large guest list could simply be too expensive – especially once the costs of food, drinks, and entertainment are factored in.

Another important consideration when determining the size of your wedding is the recent COVID-19 pandemic. The health and safety of you and your guests are paramount, and The Establishment at Bradburn Village has health policies in place to ensure that all state guidelines and recommendations are followed. A micro wedding will make it that much easier to provide a memorable and safe experience for all those in attendance.

Hold Your Colorado Micro Wedding at The Establishment at Bradburn Village

Wow your guests and celebrate your union with an intimate micro wedding at The Establishment at Bradburn Village. The Establishment is one of Colorado’s best wedding venues, offering multiple spaces filled with impressive interior décor and an indoor/outdoor option with the Franki terrace. Book The Establishment for your micro wedding and you will still get all available inclusions. Call 720-782-6004 or schedule a tour online.