5 Reasons to Go Micro for Your Wedding
So, you’re planning a wedding? Yay! First of all—congrats! Now, before you start spiraling over seating charts, distant relatives you haven’t seen since primary school, or figuring out how to feed 150 people without selling a kidney—let’s talk micro weddings. Here are 5 Reasons to Go Micro for Your Wedding.
Think of a micro wedding as the ultimate VIP event. Just you, your absolute favorite people, and zero stress (okay, maybe a little stress, but way less than a giant wedding). It’s intimate, fun, and most importantly, all about you and your love story. Still on the fence? Here are five reasons why micro weddings are the absolute best!
1. More Time With Your Favorite People
Big weddings are basically an endurance sport. You’re running around all day, greeting guests like a politician at a campaign rally. “Hi, thanks for coming! Love your dress! Wait, who are you here with again? Oh—someone I’ve never met? Cool, cool. Gotta run!”
With a micro wedding, you actually get to relax and enjoy time with your nearest and dearest. Imagine sitting down, sipping champagne, sharing stories, and soaking in the moment—rather than spending the whole night doing a high-speed meet-and-greet.
2. Your Budget Will Thank You
Weddings can get pricey. But with fewer guests, your budget suddenly stretches way further. Want that dreamy photographer? Done. A floral arch straight out of Pinterest? Absolutely. An upgraded honeymoon (hello, overwater bungalow in the Maldives)? Yes, please!
Instead of feeding a small army, you can put your money toward things that actually matter to you—whether that’s epic photos, incredible food, or an outfit that makes you feel like a millionaire.
3. Less Stress, More Fun
Big weddings = big expectations. And let’s be honest, sometimes big family drama. But a micro wedding? Less pressure, more freedom. You get to do things your way. Want to say your vows in a forest? On a rooftop at sunset? In a cozy Airbnb with fairy lights everywhere? Go for it. With a smaller guest list, you have way more flexibility to create a wedding that actually feels like you.
4. No Wedding Day Burnout
Ever seen a couple looking exhausted by the time their wedding reception rolls around? That’s because big weddings are a lot. A micro wedding lets you slow down and actually enjoy the day—not just survive it.
Instead of spending hours posing for endless group photos or making the rounds at 20 different tables, you get to eat, dance, and make memories without feeling like you’re running a marathon in formalwear.
5. Your Wedding, Your Rules
The best part? You get to ditch the traditions that don’t suit you. No awkward bouquet toss? Done. A food truck instead of a sit-down dinner? Love it. Matching sneakers instead of stilettos? Absolutely. Micro weddings let you skip the fluff and create a celebration that feels totally you.
Thinking a Micro Wedding Might Be Your Vibe?
If the idea of a laid-back, intimate, and stress-free wedding makes your heart do a happy dance, then yes, yes, and YES! The best weddings are the ones where you feel relaxed, joyful, and totally in love. Whether that means eloping with just your photographer or having a stylish micro wedding with your closest crew, the magic is in making it yours.
And to make things even easier, Salty Oak Photography has all-inclusive micro wedding packages! From venue setup, your hair and makeup, flowers to stunning photography, we handle the details so you can focus on soaking up every moment.
Ready to plan a micro wedding that’s as fun and unique as you are? Let’s make some magic happen!