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Small vs Large Wedding?!

Kristen, on November 14, 2020 at 3:45 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 27
Hi all!


We are thinking now about the size of our wedding and are feeling quite torn. We are debating a small wedding with just immediate family and closest friends or a 100 person affair.
I will start by saying am a type A personality that will want to be involved in all aspects of the planning (a bit of a control freak...)but as easily overwhelmed (great combo, right? 🙃). This has made me to romanticize a bit the smaller wedding (knowing that may not actually be the “right” choice for me). I am more of an introvert by definition but definitely social and have lots of friends and family. That being said, here are my pro and con lists:
PRO- more intimate/romantic- less money - less stressful / more relaxed- more hands-on (DIY)- the ability to be more present. This is one of my biggest priorities I think.- more quality time with my nearest and dearest who know me best- feeling more comfortable and open to recite my vows
CON- i have a big family and large friend group and will need to hurt peoples feelings who aren’t invited (I am very sensitive and it would make me feel badly to leave people out!) - I won’t have a big dance party (which are fun!) - that general feeling of love and support in the room (you only get that once, right?!)
Pretty standard pro and con list here, but wondering if those who have been in the same predicament, maybe with similar personalities as me, could let me know what choice they’ve made and their feelings about it thus far?
Thank you! ☺️



27 Comments

Latest activity by Kristen, on November 16, 2020 at 10:46 PM
  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
    Mrs. Spring ·
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    We agreed on a tiny wedding with parents only.
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
    Mrs. Spring ·
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    Our choice to make it parents only was difficult but no one's feelings should get hurt with this option because no one will feel "i didn't make the cut."
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
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    I definitely recommend making it as small as you feasibly can due to less risk of covid and you will have more freedom. Even with weddings that have a couple dozen people, one may find themselves making food decisions,, etc. that they don't necessarily like in order to please guests.
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  • M
    Super October 2022
    Michele ·
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    While a smaller wedding would be easier to manage and less expensive, we decided we couldn't pick and choose between guests with large friend groups and family we are super close to.
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    Super September 2020
    Alli ·
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    My advice...is to do exactly what you and the FH want to do 😁 We did exactly what we wanted and it was the most magical, dream wedding 🥰 Of course, throw in a pandemic, it might make your decision easier depending on your date and venue. Remember the importance and meaning of the day and don’t get caught up trying to please anyone!
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  • Jai
    VIP May 2020
    Jai ·
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    This is hard. We originally had a 92 person wedding planned but decided to still get married with 7 people. Covid doesn't really give you a choice lol. I would decide on what your budget is and the date of your wedding, that may help. I have no regrets of our 7 person wedding.
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  • K
    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    Good point! I wish I could just settle on “immediate family only” but I have a strong network of friends who I’ve known since I was about 5 that I will absolutely need there. Love this idea, though!
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    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    This is the dilemma 😬 with a small wedding of immediately family & close friends, I think my extended family would be understanding, but trimming out all of my college friends and inviting only my childhood friends is what’s making me feel so bad.
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  • K
    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    Good to know - thank you ☺️ Glad you enjoyed it!
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  • K
    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    This is always good advice to remember - thank you 😊
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  • Jai
    VIP May 2020
    Jai ·
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    You're welcome!
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  • Dallas
    Devoted November 2020
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    I am most def type A as well! I wanted to plan every aspect of our wedding, bachelorette trip, wedding shower, etc. Luckily my bridesmaids know me, and know how I am, so they gave me just enough to plan to make myself feel useful 😂. With that being said, we planned a 70 person wedding, and I DIY’d everything. From the decor, attire, planning, and decorating I did it all. By myself. 😂 So I feel as though you’ll be more self satisfied with a smaller wedding! That’s just my two cents though!!
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  • Jasmine
    Devoted May 2021
    Jasmine ·
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    I am have always been a fan of smaller weddings, and by smaller I mean 100 or less. I think you have a lot of time to wait it out see what you want to do. Still put together details of the wedding but the size of your guests list can be adjusted.
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  • K
    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    This is so helpful! Thank you ☺️☺️
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    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    Good point - I think taking a breather and stepping back from it will help. 😊
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
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    Okay. Wishing you the best of luck with planning?
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  • Michelle
    Master April 2021
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    Your wedding, your vision. There’s pros & cons to both. He’s a firefighter so we have our “fire” family. We’re trying to keep the guest list to around 80 but I’m starting to work on a Plan B which will be half that #.
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    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    Good call! Love it. Hope to do the same.
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  • Yasmine
    Master October 2020
    Yasmine ·
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    We're having the best of both worlds. We did a small 35 guests ceremony on our anniversary date that included our closest family and friends. We are having a big celebration in March 2021 that will include everyone else
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    Savvy June 2022
    Kristen ·
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    Really love this idea!
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