Here's How to Downsize Your Wedding Tastefully Amidst the Pandemic Situation

COVID-19 has thrown a ball of questions onto us that we have never thought that we will have to answer someday. It has taught us that one of the biggest lessons of life is that change is the only thing that’s perpetual no matter if it is good or bad, we have to endure it. And, for the couples who are to get married, this change has come in a way to adjust or downsize their wedding plans.

If you are the one who has to downsize your wedding plans due to the pandemic, We are here to help. Here are a few tips on how to downsize your wedding tastefully amidst the COVID-19 times.

Four Ways to Downsize Your Wedding

Check with Your Vendors First

Every region and every country has different rules and regulations. And, the wedding venues or resorts that you have selected have to abide by the rules. So, we would recommend you to first check with your vendors about the current situation in your area and related restrictions imposed, if any. When you have confirmed with your venue; then, decide to downsize your wedding plan. Ask them how many guests can they accommodate according to the new rules and regulations related to the COVID restrictions.

Plan Your Wedding at Home

The vendor may not be ready to organize your wedding in times of COVID. Well, it doesn’t mean you have to postpone your wedding for the next year. There are other special ways to say, “I Do it Right Now.” And, the pick of the bunch would be to plan a micro-wedding at home.

The best thing about going this way is that you don’t have to reschedule all of your events. Also, you can connect with others virtually on your big day. This will be the safest way to host your wedding because plans can be adjusted, but love cannot be canceled. This "minimony" at the moment can be accompanied by a big celebration a year down the line.

Also, you can simply plan an Instagram-worthy elopement and have a beautiful intimate ceremony. It’s both safe and special, something you would cherish for years to come. 

Narrowing Down the Guest List

The first thing to do is to talk to your family as they may shed some light on who can travel from your guest list and who cannot. Apart from this, you can cut down elderly and vulnerable people from your guest list. Leave the immediate family members and the non-negotiable ones. This may seem harsh, but it is for their safety.

Also, lighten your guest list by letting your international guests know that you aren’t expecting them at your wedding. In times of the pandemic, even they may be skeptical to travel and when you inform them about your hard decision, it will also relieve the pressure of traveling on them.

Uninviting the Guests to Your Wedding

Uninviting the guests is one of the most disheartening things to do and you may be hesitant at first. But, remember you can have a big celebration in the future maybe two or three years down the line when everything will settle down. Keep in mind that it is the big day of your life, you are getting married to your other half and the most important people will be a part of your celebration. Don’t worry about the offending guests; even they understand that the situation is a little difficult. Being upfront and clear is always a wise move.

Now to uninvite your guests, there is no rule of thumb, you can do it however you want. At least send a personalized message or note either through a phone call, a text message, or an email, it will seem polite for the offending guests.

Another great thing you can do is to tell them that you are looking forward to some other way of celebrating your wedding with them, which is safe. Invite them for your anniversary bash after a year, by then COVID will also lessen its grip and things will be more at ease.

So, by now you know how you can downsize your wedding, you can focus more on your pre and post-wedding shoots that you will cherish your entire life. 

We know COVID has changed things drastically, you can still enjoy some “we” time with mask-themed wedding ideas and cherish it forever in the form of a beautiful wedding video! Wedding Video Films can help you plan the best wedding videos even in these unforeseen times. The team will beautifully lock your memories and get you a perfect shoot. 

Get in touch with our wedding videographers today to know more.