Dreaming of a wedding that feels deeply personal but also wonderfully relaxed? Then a micro wedding might be exactly what you’re looking for! In recent years, we’ve seen a significant increase in the popularity of micro weddings, with couples choosing more and more often to celebrate their commitment in a more intimate setting, with a limited number of guests. It means creating a truly unique experience.
So, what is a micro wedding? Simply put, it’s a smaller-scale wedding ceremony and celebration, typically involving fewer than 50 guests – and sometimes far fewer! A small number of guests allows you to focus on your partner, the ceremony, and your closest family and friends.
Without the pressures and logistics of a large event, you can prioritise what matters most to you. This might mean choosing a unique and meaningful venue, having a relaxing time, or managing your budget so that you can focus on personal touches.
This is where a Humanist Ceremonies celebrant shines! Like all humanist weddings, a humanist micro wedding ceremony is entirely bespoke and centred around you as a couple. There are no rigid scripts, traditions, or religious requirements – instead, you’ll work closely with your celebrant to craft a ceremony that authentically reflects your love story, values, and personalities.
Imagine a ceremony, complete with heartfelt vows and just those people dearest to yous present to witness them. You could include some live acoustic music that holds special significance for you both, or a symbolic gesture that represents your journey together, or involve people very special to you to read a poem or a text they have written for the occasion. Your Humanist Ceremonies celebrant, highly trained by Humanists UK, can guide you through the process, offering ideas and inspiration to create a warm, professional, and truly unforgettable moment.
Planning a relaxed wedding doesn’t mean sacrificing significance and meaning. In fact, the intimacy of a micro wedding can often feel more powerful and personal. You can ditch the traditional wedding pressures of the guest list and table planning and focus on enjoying every moment with your partner.
At Lewis and Imanina’s outdoor humanist elopement the only guests they had were their two best friends, their dog, and a celebrant. You can read about this wonderfully small elopement here.
Photographer: Becky payne
Here are just a few reasons why couples are embracing the beauty of micro weddings:
More intimate connections: with a smaller guest list, you’ll have more quality time to connect with each of your guests.
Budget flexibility: a smaller scale often means more flexibility in your budget, allowing you to splurge on elements that are truly important to you.
Unique venue options: micro weddings can be held in a wider variety of unique and intimate settings that might not be suitable for a larger crowd.
Reduced anxiety: planning a smaller event can often be less stressful and more manageable.
Highly personalised: with fewer guests to cater to, you can focus on creating highly personalised details that reflect your unique style.
And let’s not forget the ceremony itself! A humanist wedding ceremony, whether for a micro wedding or a larger celebration, is always non-religious and meaningful, focusing on human connection, values, and your story.
Why choose a Humanist Ceremonies celebrant?
You can trust a Humanist Ceremonies celebrant. We’ve been delivering humanist, non-religious funerals for more than 125 years, and are committed to delivering the very best service to the couples we work with.
Humanist Ceremonies celebrants are highly trained and receive ongoing CPD and
annual accreditation by respected national charity Humanists UK. All of our celebrants are DBS checked, and fully insured – so you can be sure of a trusted professional leading your wedding ceremony.
If you’re planning a small wedding and are looking for a deeply personal and authentic ceremony, connecting with a Humanist Ceremonies celebrant near you is the a first step. They will help you create a wedding ceremony that is not only meaningful and memorable but also perfectly suited to the intimate and relaxed atmosphere of your micro wedding.
