Small Wedding, Big Impact: How to Make an Intimate Wedding Feel Grand
- Twenty Stationery
- Mar 2
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 12
Micro weddings are a hot wedding trend for 2025 and it doesn’t look like they’ll be going anywhere, any time soon! Many couples are opting for smaller gatherings not only to save on the wedding spend, but also to truly enjoy the experience with their closest loved ones.
Hosting a small wedding doesn’t mean sacrificing style, elegance, or the “wow” factor. In fact, an intimate guest list allows you to focus on luxurious details, meaningful experiences, and personalized touches that might not be possible with a large wedding. Here’s how you can make your intimate wedding feel grand and unforgettable.
1. Choose a Unique
Venue
With a smaller guest list, you have the flexibility to pick unique venues that wouldn’t work for a large crowd. Consider options like:
A historic mansion or estate
A luxury boutique hotel
A charming vineyard or private garden
A scenic rooftop with breath-taking views
Opting for a visually stunning venue reduces the need for excessive décor as the setting itself will make a BIG statement. Your unique venue could also be a space that is super personal to you such as the restaurant where you had your first date, or even in the garden of the home you grew up in!
2. Elevate the Guest Experience
Since you’ll be hosting a more intimate group, you can focus on creating a thoughtful, luxurious, and highly personalised experience for your guests. Go beyond the basics and add memorable details that make each guest feel truly special. Here are a few ideas:
Welcome gifts – Gift bags with locally sourced treats, handwritten notes, or custom favours.
Customized seating arrangements – Think comfortable lounge seating or one long banquet table for a warm, family-style atmosphere.
Fine dining experience – Instead of a buffet, opt for a multi-course gourmet meal with wine pairings.
3. Upgrade the Entertainment
Make the celebration feel extravagant with entertainment and interactive elements that leave a lasting impression:
Live music – A string quartet, jazz band, or acoustic singer creates an elegant ambiance. Have multiple live music moments for different parts of the day to really add the wow factor!
Interactive experiences – Wine tastings, a private chef experience, or a mixologist creating signature cocktails.
Surprise elements – Fireworks, a champagne tower, or a late-night dessert bar.
4. Opt for High-End Wedding Stationery
With less guests to invite, you can really invest in your wedding stationery without breaking the bank. Don’t forget your stationery sets the tone for the entire event, adding elegance, sophistication, and lots of personalised fun.
Choose luxurious finishes including blind embossing, foiling or wax seals; and choose high quality materials such as textured card that feels incredible to hold. (Need more inspo - why not get in touch with us!)
5. Embrace an Meaningful Ceremony
With a smaller number of guests present, your ceremony can feel deeply personal and emotional. Consider these options:
A circular or U-shaped seating arrangement to create a more inclusive atmosphere.
Having a close friend or family member officiate for a heartfelt touch.
Sharing a special moment with each guest, such as a toast, a group photo, or a private dinner conversation.
