Post-COVID Wedding Planning

Over the last two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has really changed the wedding industry. Out of necessity, couples had to downsize weddings drastically or reschedule them due to social distancing regulations. However, many found this to be a blessing in disguise and now, those planning a post-COVID wedding are embracing the small weddings that gained popularity at the height of the pandemic!

Why Should Your Post-COVID Wedding Stay Small?

Small weddings during the pandemic were enforced by state regulations on the size of gatherings. Now, a growing number of couples planning a post-COVID wedding are sticking with the trend for small weddings. At WhereToElope.com we have always been a fan of smaller weddings. It is no surprise to us that couples are finding them preferable to big traditional weddings! Some of the main reasons why your post-COVID wedding should be a small affair include:

1. Small weddings give you more time to actually spend with your guests. Couples who have scaled down their guest lists feel they are getting more quality time with each guest instead of being pulled in several directions.\
2. Although we are coming out of the other side, the pandemic is not yet completely over. As we head deeper into winter there are concerns over new variants and new waves of infection. For that reason, many couples are being cautious as they plan their post-COVID wedding and limiting guests to allow social distancing if necessary and to protect vulnerable family members.
3. Even prior to the pandemic, the number one reason couples would choose to elope or have a small wedding was cost. It is around 90% cheaper to have a small wedding. Now more than ever with many jobs reduced or cut completely money is a driving factor in planning a smaller celebration.

Are you planning a small wedding in the wake of the pandemic? We would love to hear your reasons especially if we have not yet mentioned them here!