The New Normal Weddings!
There is no arguing that the novel pandemic has changed our lives in ways we could never imagine. And it might be a while before everything goes back to normal. As a result, businesses are preparing themselves for a post COVID 19 reality, which the media & industry leaders have dubbed as the New Normal. The bridal industry is no exempt, experts & wedding planners are weighing in on new bridal trends and formats that we will be seeing in the days to come. In fact, many vendors are including minimony and micro wedding packages in their offerings. So, what do we know about a minimony? And how is it different from a micro wedding, or for that matter, an elopement?
A minimony is a more recent nuptial trend, it is safe to say the format is gaining more popularity due to the COVID 19 restrictions. However, The Knot first defined the term in 2019. The key difference between a minimony and a micro wedding is that, a minimony will be eventually followed by a sequel wedding or a more elaborate event. Simply put, a minimony is a small commitment ceremony shared between the couple. It can typically involve the immediate family and an officiant, either in person or virtually. There are various reasons why a couple might choose to have a small ceremony to commemorate the wedding and follow with a bigger event. With the recent COVID 19 reality, a minimony is best suited for couples who want to go ahead with their first proposed date or solidify their union for legal and other purposes while continuing to plan for their big day on a later date.
To be fair, micro weddings and elopements have seen a steady increase in popularity for quite some time now. And, we think this particular bridal trend is here to stay. A micro wedding by definition is a smaller wedding with a guest list of fifty or lesser. Unlike a minimony, a micro wedding does not include a sequel event. It also does not require you to compromise on any of the elements of a traditional wedding. On the contrary, a micro wedding allows you to focus more on the finer details and a personalised style, make your own traditions. As huge fans of minimalism and personalized style, more and more millennial couples are opting for an intimate wedding. Think alternative venues, minimalistic décor, creative photo booths and a plenty of time to treasure the special moment. Micro weddings are a cultural shift that reflects the values of the millennial generation.
Over the last couple of years, the traditional definition of elopement has gone through an evolution. Traditionally, elopement meant an unplanned wedding, a spur of the moment. However, in recent times, elopement is a more romantic idea for couples. An elopement has now become synonymous to personalised wedding, some wedding planners or venues even offer special packages for elopements that vary from full moon weddings under the open sky to weddings on a boat to nowhere. If you have been toying with the idea of an elopement, now would be the time for it.
So now that you know the fundamental differences between a minimony, a micro wedding and an elopement, don’t let COVID 19 stop you from planning your big day. In fact, this can be your moment to have the exact kind of wedding you always wanted. Get creative, lean into your personal style. The moral of the story is, your wedding, like every other decision you make in life must be a reflection of your personal style and values. And if there is one thing the last two months have taught us, at the end all that matters, is a lifetime of love and beautiful memories to look back. There you have it, your silver lining!