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Choose a micro wedding if you want a more intimate, personal day with less planning stress and lower cost, and a traditional wedding if you value a large celebration with extended family and friends. Think about your budget, guest list, and what feels meaningful to you both.
Deciding between a micro wedding and a traditional wedding comes down to what you both truly want, not what others expect. A micro wedding usually means a smaller guest list, often under 30, which allows you to spend more time with each guest and focus on the ceremony itself. It can also be simpler to organise, with fewer suppliers and less pressure on logistics. Many couples choose a micro wedding to keep costs down or to have a more relaxed, personal atmosphere.
A traditional wedding, on the other hand, often brings together wider family and friendship circles, and can feel like a big community celebration. It may involve more planning time, a larger venue, and more decisions about catering, seating, and entertainment. Think about your budget honestly, but also about your energy and how you want to remember the day. Ask yourselves: who do you absolutely want there, and what kind of day feels true to you? You can also blend the two, for example, a micro ceremony now and a larger party later. There is no right answer, only the right answer for you as a couple.
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