{"id":36079,"date":"2020-09-10T16:12:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-10T22:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?p=36079"},"modified":"2020-11-06T11:12:21","modified_gmt":"2020-11-06T18:12:21","slug":"micro-wedding-vs-minimony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/micro-wedding-vs-minimony\/","title":{"rendered":"Micro Wedding vs. Minimony: Which is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So, you got engaged and the world went haywire. What\u2019s a couple to do with their best laid plans in the midst of a global pandemic? First off, don\u2019t lose your cool. Whatever you originally envisioned for your wedding day, you still have super fabulous options for a more intimate gathering with your friends and family. Whether you\u2019re completely re-hauling your large-scale ballroom reception or simply don\u2019t know where to start planning, no fear! We have the micro wedding and minimony answers to help you concoct a perfect celebration for the year ahead! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-the-main-difference-between-a-micro-wedding-and-a-minimony\">What&#8217;s the main difference between a micro wedding and a minimony?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom Walking Down the Aisle While Guests Cheer After Ceremony at Micro Wedding\" data-id=\"36254\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36254\" class=\"wp-image-36254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-1367x2048.jpg 1367w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-453-1-scaled.jpg 1709w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Groom with Bride Wearing Vintage Sheath Wedding Dress Called Ettia by Maggie Sottero\" data-id=\"36256\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36256\" class=\"wp-image-36256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-639-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Beth Joy Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what\u2019s the difference between a micro wedding and minimony, you ask? Basically, if you\u2019re looking to celebrate your original wedding date during COVID-19 but still want to throw a big bash down the line, it\u2019s minimony time! But if you\u2019ve always loved the idea of a small and stylish occasion with your nearest and dearest, a micro wedding just might be your meant-to-be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Real Bride and Groom Holding Hands and Walking with Bridesmaids and Groomsmen at Micro Wedding\" data-id=\"36255\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36255\" class=\"wp-image-36255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/chelseaandtommywedding-568-1-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both weddings are popular options for modern couples and feature smaller guest counts. But the choice often depends on whether or not you intend to host a \u201csequel wedding,\u201d AKA a postponed wedding celebration with a more traditional guest list and party parameters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-micro-wedding\">What is a micro wedding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom Dancing at Night At Minimony During COVID\" data-id=\"36267\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36267\" class=\"wp-image-36267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-3.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Emilie May Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First up, a micro wedding is a smaller, more intimate celebration that serves as your actual wedding date and typically has a guest count of less than 30 people. Most often, a micro wedding features an intimate, luxe, and high-impact ceremony + reception in a unique venue space. And it&#8217;s often designed to personalize your small guest list\u2019s experience and treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1--700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Groom Under Fairylights with Bride Wearing Boho A-line Wedding Dress Called Camille by Rebecca Ingram\" data-id=\"36269\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1-.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36269\" class=\"wp-image-36269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1--700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1--250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1--768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1--1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1--120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-1-.jpg 1067w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Indoor Venue with Trees and Boho Wedding Details\" data-id=\"36268\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36268\" class=\"wp-image-36268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Camille-2.jpg 1067w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Micro weddings have become fashionable for several reasons. As couples have naturally gravitated toward maximizing their dollar-per-guest ratio, they&#8217;re cut numbers in order to splurge on extras\u2014be it a gourmet meal, an international destination, a top-shelf bar, or fabulous entertainment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bottom line? A micro wedding is a smaller-scale celebration that lets you save on your overall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-budget-tips\/\">wedding budget<\/a> and stress factor. And it lets you have more room to play with your creativity and budget. It&#8217;s a win-win!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-now-what-is-a-minimony\">Now, what is a minimony?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom Under Triangle Wedding Arch Waiting for Guests to Show Up to Their Outdoor Micro Wedding\" data-id=\"36252\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36252\" class=\"wp-image-36252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-172-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Groom Whispering in Bride's Ear While She's Wearing Lace Sheath Wedding Dress Called Daxton by Sottero and Midgley\" data-id=\"36253\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36253\" class=\"wp-image-36253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-194-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Amberlee Namini Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the same lines as a micro wedding, a minimony is also designed to cut your budget and guest count. But a minimony has key differences from a micro wedding for couples who are rethinking their celebration due to COVID-19. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom at a Lakeside Micro Wedding Making a Toast \" data-id=\"36251\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36251\" class=\"wp-image-36251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-136.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A minimony celebrates a couples&#8217; original wedding date while following social distancing guidelines, with a bigger bash planned for later. Thus, it is essentially a small-scale commitment ceremony with your friends and family (usually under 20 guests) and is most often a \u201cprecursor\u201d to a bigger, more traditional wedding reception on a future date. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can opt for lovely wedding attire and fabulous party extras. But the emphasis is mostly on the connection and inspiration behind your beautiful love story. (Looking for specific inspiration for this type of mini wedding? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/maggiesottero\/wedding-details\/\">Unique Wedding Details<\/a> board on Pinterest!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-here-are-our-top-micro-wedding-tips\">Here are our top micro wedding tips: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For couples of the less-is-more persuasion, a micro wedding is a great opportunity to showcase your personality, creativity, and adventurous spirit without overwhelming your budget. Here are some of our favorite ideas for a micro wedding extravaganza:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"A Cute Donkey Carrying Alcohol in Baskets for a Micro Wedding\" data-id=\"36241\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36241\" class=\"wp-image-36241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-7937-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom at Intimate Wedding Ceremony with Colorful Florals and Unique Donkey under an Archway\" data-id=\"36242\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36242\" class=\"wp-image-36242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Donkey-Styled-Shoot-8287-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Lindsey White Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Incorporate a unique detail or twist! <\/strong>Adding a unique detail or element to your wedding is a fantastic way to make your day more meaningful. Try incorporating a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/multicultural-weddings\/\">cultural element<\/a>, something meaningful from your relationship, or a semi-bizarre twist that fits in with your personality and wedding theme. For this couple&#8217;s picturesque micro wedding in the mountains, they had a cute donkey friend to keep them company!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hire real entertainment!<\/strong> Consider wowing your guests with fire dancers, a live band, interactive theater, a petting zoo\u2014the list goes on. Whatever your fancy, we say go all out with the merriment and accoutrements!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Rustic Table Settings at Lakeside Micro Wedding\" data-id=\"36250\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36250\" class=\"wp-image-36250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/BohoStyledShoot2020-133.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Amberlee Namini Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Focus on food and beverage! <\/strong>You could hire a top chef, a local farm-to-table restaurant, or a cheeky mixologist to create a truly memorable and deluxe meal experience for your honored guests. Or opt for something intimate and rustic by putting your table settings outdoors! Hosting an outdoor reception is a great way to make guests feel comfortable during COVID-19. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take it international!<\/strong> If you\u2019ve budgeted for a small yet deluxe micro wedding, consider a destination adventure with 30 or so of your closest friends and family. It&#8217;s an undeniably romantic way to maximize your occasion. For destination wedding inspo, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/romantic-and-luxurious-wedding-destinations\/\">here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"Clean Wedding with Archway Featuring Green and White Florals\" data-id=\"35421\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/midcentury-modern-wedding-inspiration\/view-more-https-jaimeemorse-pass-us-elchorro-ido-2020-6\/\" class=\"wp-image-35421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0011-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"White Florals at an Outdoor Modern Wedding\" data-id=\"35424\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/midcentury-modern-wedding-inspiration\/view-more-https-jaimeemorse-pass-us-elchorro-ido-2020-9\/\" class=\"wp-image-35424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0014-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Jaimee Morse Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Go far-out with florals!<\/strong> If a showstopper peony arch or wildflower chandelier is out of your budget with a traditional celebration, it\u2019s perfectly on point (and totally photo-ready) for a smaller micro wedding. Also consider adding oversized florals to your bridal portraits for the most gorgeous photo ops!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do a COVID honeymoon! <\/strong>Even though you might not be able to travel anywhere exotic after your minimony, you can still celebrate your love with a staycation or road trip for your honeymoon! For more COVID honeymoon ideas, visit our blog: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/covid-honeymoon-ideas\/\">5 COVID Honeymoon Ideas for Couples During the Pandemic<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-and-what-should-you-wear-for-a-minimony\">And what should you wear for a minimony? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Loving the idea of a small celebration? Just because you\u2019re hosting a micro wedding doesn\u2019t mean you have to skimp on bridal style! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Black Bride Wearing Nature-inspired Mermaid Wedding Dress Called Giana by Maggie Sottero\" data-id=\"35943\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/maggie-sotteros-guide-to-wedding-dress-budget-breakdown\/maggie-sottero-designs-wedding-dresses-at-crowley-house-flower-farm-in-oregon-wine-country-by-claire-eliza-wedding-photographer-2\/\" class=\"wp-image-35943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-2-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Black Bride Wearing Nature-inspired Mermaid Wedding Dress Called Giana by Maggie Sottero\" data-id=\"35945\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/maggie-sotteros-guide-to-wedding-dress-budget-breakdown\/maggie-sottero-designs-wedding-dresses-at-crowley-house-flower-farm-in-oregon-wine-country-by-claire-eliza-wedding-photographer-3\/\" class=\"wp-image-35945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Maggie-Sottero-Designs-Wedding-Dresses-at-Crowley-House-Flower-Farm-in-Oregon-Wine-Country-by-Claire-Eliza-Wedding-Photographer-3-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Claire Eliza Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/casual-wedding-dresses\">casual wedding dresses<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/affordable-wedding-dresses\">affordable wedding gowns<\/a> for your choosing. From simple bridal dresses to whimsical party gowns, they&#8217;ll make your micro wedding feel like the red carpet! If you want something a little shorter, browse our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/short-wedding-dresses\/\">tea length wedding dresses<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lastly-what-s-the-difference-between-a-micro-wedding-and-an-elopement\">Lastly, what&#8217;s the difference between a micro wedding and an elopement?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom Saying Vows Under Archway on Beach at Intimate Elopement\" data-id=\"36246\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36246\" class=\"wp-image-36246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-47-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and Groom at Intimate Beach Elopement Cutting Cake\" data-id=\"36248\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=36248\" class=\"wp-image-36248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/black-sand-hawaii-tropical-vow-renewal-wedding-alexandra-robyn-destination-photo-86-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Alexandra Robyn Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also be considering an elopement for your wedding. Although this is another type of intimate celebration, an elopement has different implications for your planning and guest list. Like a micro wedding, an elopement is intended to be romantic, luxe, and personalized. 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Dive in to more mini and micro wedding inspo with this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/backyard-elopement\/\">Backyard Wedding During Coronavirus<\/a> blog post from one of our real brides. And don&#8217;t forget to check out this glam styled shoot of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-featuring-black-wedding-vendors\/\">Socially Distanced Wedding Inspo Featuring Black Wedding Vendors<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve also compiled a selection of flirty and fabulous short wedding dresses for your minimony. 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