One of the largest questions facing anyone planning a wedding is whether to have a large and elaborate event or a small and intimate ceremony. Both options can create unforgettable memories and the experience of a lifetime. Both options also have complications and drawbacks that need to be overcome. It is important to weight the differences before making a decision or starting to plan. Several points should be considered when choosing between a big wedding and a little wedding.

Guest Lists

The size of the guest list can be a benefit or a problem depending on the circumstances. Small weddings with limited guest lists can leave the people who were not invited feeling hurt or left out. Small lists are easier to manage. Large weddings can include both sides of the family, extended relatives and many friends. The larger guest list removes the risk of alienating friends and family.

Available Venues

An advantage of small weddings is that there will be many different venues available at all times of the year. The drawback is that the venues might not feel impressive to guests. Large weddings can be very memorable when held in expansive venues with distinctive interiors and architecture. The issue with large venues is that they are sometimes hard to book especially during the busiest wedding and tourist seasons.

Time with Guests

Guests often enjoy smaller weddings because it allows more time for each person. The bride and groom can spend quality time with every guest attending the wedding. Additionally, the wedding is more tightly focused on the couple getting married. Large weddings can become impersonal. The focus can be lost or spread across many people. Personal issues between guests can make the wedding uncomfortable. Large weddings with a hundred or more guests will also make it difficult for the bride and groom to spend any meaningful amount of time with most of the people attending.
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