Perks of Hosting a Smaller Wedding
Wedding planning has endured some shifts of late, and we’re here to tell you that that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes less really is more, and you can bet your wedding budget that there are some built-in perks to hosting a smaller, more intimate wedding that you’ll be able to get on board with. You can still have the beautiful tent rental, and decor that makes your day classically you, but when you tone it down a little bit numbers-wise, you’ll be amazed at the wedding day options (and benefits) that become available to you.
1– Overall cost
Hosting less people costs you less money. Think about it. Of course it is more economical to provide a meal and libations for 50 people rather than 200. You can save a lot of cash on your wedding and reception when you trim the guest list down! You need less space at your venue, perhaps a smaller wedding tent rental, less tables and chairs to rent, less of everything! Save those dollars and re-allocate them to an incredible honeymoon or the downpayment on a new home.
2– Less planning means less stress
In addition to cost savings, you can save yourself a lot of stress by simplifying your wedding day plans. Think of it as having a couple of friends over for a meal versus throwing an elaborate dinner party. Less details can translate to less moving parts for you to worry about, plan, and execute. Keeping it small and simple can be a great way to ensure you’re able to enjoy your wedding day– instead of having to stay on top of every little thing that requires your attention.
3– Make it intimate
Keep your day intimate with more personal touches for just your nearest and dearest guests. Celebrate your nuptials with just your closest people, instead of your dad’s boss’s wife and whoever else you had to send an obligatory invite to. This set up means you have the opportunity to spend more quality time with the people you love the most, instead of making the rounds during your entire reception to ensure you speak to every last guest and thank them for attending. You can dance, you can jive. Take the duty part out of the equation.
4– Involve your guests
When you have a more intimate wedding ceremony and reception, it’s more feasible to find ways to involve your guests in the whole process. Find ways to incorporate your guests into the happenings of the day, and it will help create a memorable experience for you and for them. Some fun ways to do this are, let everyone read a line of a love poem that speaks to you, or let your guests be part of a musical procession on the way to the ceremony site. Working in touches like this can help your guests feel more connected, while making your ceremony even more special. Get more ideas for involving your guests here.
5– Keep it eco friendly
Less guests also means less garbage. Did you know that, according to “The Green Bride Guide” by Kate Harrison, the average wedding yields 400 lbs. of garbage? Having a smaller wedding and wedding reception means you will produce less garbage that heads to the nearest landfill. You can take lots of other steps to pull off a greener wedding day, but slashing that guest list is a surefire way to move that needle. You can feel good about leaving a smaller footprint behind after your event.
No matter what your wedding day looks like, the team at Chattanooga Tent & Event Solutions is here to help you make it a success. We can help build a custom venue for your small wedding, provide the perfect, intimate wedding tent rental, and even help with other event rentals like tables and chairs for your special gathering. Get in touch today for more information on our offerings and services. We’d love to work with you!