Not all lovers dream of organizing their wedding day according to the classic scenario: with a ransom, toastmaster, competitions, an incredible number of guests, and so on. Many couples want to spend their celebration just the two of them, without guests and a magnificent feast. If you are one of them, then this material is definitely for you. We will tell you about various options for how a wedding for two can take place, as well as its pros and cons.
Positive and negative sides
Before planning your holiday together, we suggest that you first familiarize yourself with all its advantages and disadvantages.
pros
- Saving money . The main costs at any wedding are, of course, organizing a banquet, which includes food, alcoholic drinks, hall rental and decoration, host, musical accompaniment, and the like. Accordingly, the more people at the celebration, the more money you need to spend. If you are organizing a holiday for only two, then almost all of the above automatically becomes unnecessary.
- You can get married absolutely on any day , because you don’t have to wait for a day off so that every relative can attend the wedding. And since you are planning a wedding without guests, then your registration will probably be informal, which will take place from Monday to Thursday.
- The opportunity to choose any beautiful place and make your dreams come true. It’s a good idea to get married abroad on a snow-white sandy beach, in some ancient castle, take a ride in a convertible or fly in a hot air balloon, in general, whatever your heart desires!
- The wedding day scenario will also depend only on the desires and fantasies of the two of you , and it will definitely not be like anyone else’s celebration.
- You can arrange a touching outdoor ceremony . To do this, you need to find someone to play the role of a registrar, as well as a beautiful place and site.
- It will be just the two of you . Many people are annoyed by large, noisy groups, while some are embarrassed to be the center of attention, while others don’t want to invite all their relatives, but they have to do this at the insistence of their parents. In your case, such points are excluded, because there are no people and no problems. You will enjoy only each other's company, which is very romantic and sweet.
- Organizing a wedding celebration for two is much simpler and easier than for a large crowd of people.
All you need to do is find a photographer, a place for a photo shoot, book a table in a restaurant and a hotel room, and, of course, get ready yourself - buy an outfit for the bride and groom, do a festive hairstyle and professional makeup. This is where the main list ends, which means you will definitely avoid pre-wedding fuss and advice from “outsiders”. Such a wedding can be organized very quickly, within a couple of months at most. - You don't have to worry about whether everyone enjoyed your day. For many newlyweds, especially girls, the opinions of others about their holiday are important. After all, a huge part is done for the invited people, so that they are satisfied: transportation, delicious food and drinks, entertainment and a music program, and a photo shoot are organized for them. And it’s quite unpleasant to find out after so much effort that everything was “not very good.” In this case, this definitely does not threaten you.
Minuses
- This decision may not be understood by parents and friends . Surely on the list of relatives there will be people of the old school who have long dreamed of going to your wedding and they will simply be offended that they were not invited. The comrades with whom you were at the celebration may even think that you “squeezed” the banquet and do not want to treat them.
- You may not get enough of each other . After all, if it’s just the two of you, then no one will shout “Bitter”, appreciate the wedding images, cry during registration, give bouquets of flowers, and generally congratulate you. Think about it, are you ready for this?
- You will be left without gifts.
So, after the above, we can conclude that the “for two” option is definitely suitable for you if:
- You have a limited budget;
- want to get married as quickly as possible;
- don’t like unnecessary hassles;
- Your family and friends will understand this choice;
- dream of a celebration abroad;
- are ready to be left without gifts and congratulations;
- don't like to be the center of attention;
- You have non-standard views and ideas about the wedding.
Way out
To prevent the family from being offended, many do the following:
- they gather their closest relatives and friends at one table and talk about their intention to get married, thereby celebrating the so-called engagement;
- they meet after marriage, treat their relatives to cake and show them wedding photos;
- invite family and friends to the registry office, accept congratulations, drink champagne, and then spend the rest of the day together;
In this case, the registration of the marriage should be solemn so that guests have the opportunity to attend the ceremony. - organizing two weddings. One just for you, for example, the day of painting, and the second for relatives, where you can arrange a staged registration and a banquet. This is not a budget option, but it will allow you privacy and not offend your loved ones.
Who should you invite to a budget wedding?
The more modest the wedding budget is planned, the less crowded the event promises to be. But by inviting a minimum number of guests, the holiday will not lose its significance: the newlyweds will share their joy with their closest and dearest people. A narrow circle of guests will provide a cozy, intimate, family atmosphere. Who must be invited:
- parents;
- brothers/sisters (with family);
- God-parents;
- grandmother, grandfather;
- closest friends (usually 2-3 best friends/girlfriends).
There is no need to invite classmates, neighbors, or colleagues. For example, inviting just one member of the work team means offending everyone else. Therefore, for a budget wedding, you need to limit yourself to your closest and dearest people.
Ideas
A day in the “just the two of us” format is simply created for the implementation of the most incredible ideas. Below we will look at the most interesting ones for your celebration.
Romantic picnic
Organize a soulful picnic just for the two of you in nature, away from the bustle of the city. A forest clearing, a beautiful meadow or flower field, the bank of a river or lake, peaceful landscapes in the mountains and other places outside the city that you like are perfect for this role.
Use wicker baskets, sandwiches, colored smoke, sunglasses, balloons, umbrellas, blankets, and candles as accessories. Everything will depend on the time of year of your wedding. You can play the guitar, make a fire, go mushroom or berry picking.
During the winter season, do not forget to warm yourself to avoid freezing.
Boat trip
If you two are close to the water element, then this idea is just for you. Rent a boat and take yourself on a romantic cruise. Brave newlyweds can jump from the yacht directly into the water.
Extreme
If there is not enough extreme in life, and you have long dreamed of jumping with a parachute, riding in a hot air balloon or diving under water, then why not make it come true for your own wedding. You will definitely remember this option for a long time and, perhaps, will become a habit of trying something new and extreme for every wedding anniversary.
City walk
Another great idea for a celebration for two is a walk to your favorite places in the city. And who said that you have to do this on foot, because you can rent an expensive foreign car with an open roof or a vintage car. In the summer, a great solution would be to visit an amusement park, where you will get very lively and emotional shots.
Abroad
If your choice is a wedding in a foreign country, then first you need to decide which one. After all, a beautiful registration in a medieval castle, for example, in the Czech Republic, or a romantic walk in Italy, or a touching exchange of rings on the islands or in Paris near the Eiffel Tower may be planned. Everything depends only on desires and imagination.
Other options
You can ride in a boat or on horseback; sports couples will certainly enjoy active recreation, for example, cycling or rollerblading; you can organize your ceremony on the roof of a high-rise building or in the mountains. In general, fantasize, there are a lot of ideas, you just have to decide how exactly you want to celebrate your day.
Remember, marriage is primarily for the bride and groom. Therefore, if you want to retire, enjoy only each other and have a wedding for two, then do not give up on your dream. We hope our advice will help you, we wish you an unforgettable holiday!
Rule No. 4. Prepare in advance
The less time you devote to organizing a wedding, the more expensive it will cost. You will have to overpay for the urgency of manufacturing certain parts, you will not have time to analyze and compare prices from contractors and sites, and most budget options will already be booked. So set aside at least six months for preparation, and preferably 9-10 months. Here are the benefits of leisurely preparation:
- • For early booking of a wedding venue you can get a discount from 5 to 15%. And the amount saved can be spent on an organizer who will not only help to properly distribute expenses, but will also make the holiday itself carefree and enjoyable.
- • Signing a contract with a photographer before the start of the wedding season is a real opportunity to fix the price and avoid its sharp jump during the season.
- • The opportunity to make unhurried choices is priceless. Sometimes brides overpay for certain services only because they are unfamiliar with average prices on the market. So you will have time to analyze the price-quality ratio of the main contractors and sites.
- • Early booking of decorators and florists allows you to work out the decor in more detail and not overpay for the urgency of its production. The same applies to sewing a dress and making custom rings.
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Wedding ceremony 2022
You can register your marriage at the regional registry office or wedding palace, where you will first need to fill out and leave a statement of desire to get married. An event outside the walls of government agencies will help you make your wedding unique and memorable.
Outdoor wedding ceremonies, which are held in the open air and sometimes in extreme conditions, are now becoming more and more popular.
The undeniable advantage of an outdoor wedding ceremony is the possibility of all guests being present at it.
Geometry elements
Geometry is at its peak. First of all, metal elements in the form of geometric shapes are trending. They are used in the design of triangle or diamond shaped arches. We also see geometric shapes in small accessories such as ring boxes, chests and hanging structures.
A great idea would be to use geometric elements in table decor. These can be vases, candlesticks, large art objects.
Straight lines, geometric shapes and metallic gradients are used in the design of wedding invitations and other printing. This design attracts attention because it is consistent with the general style and is not overloaded with unnecessary details.
Another example of geometry is cube-shaped cakes. They can be multi-tiered or in the form of a high cube. Read more about all the new trends in wedding decor in the review “Wedding 2022 - top 20 sweet trends.”
Strictness and clarity of forms are characteristic of a loft wedding. Read more about this style in the review “Wedding 2022: styles and ideas from A to Z.”
Rectangular arches became the trends of 2022. Such arches are easy to make, have a simple base and symbolize openness and frankness in the couple’s relationship. The rectangular shape is associated with the hearth, fireplace and warmth.
Add some geometry to your look as well. Perhaps these will be bouquet details, hair decoration, belt detail or dress with geometric stripes. However, the emphasis should be on only one, central detail.
Unusual decor
A wedding celebration is, first of all, a fairy tale that you want to bring to life. Designers offer unusual ceiling decor ideas. Looking up, guests will see something completely different from what they expect!
Decorators are already implementing this idea into 2022 weddings in many ways. In addition to floristry, these can be shining crystals, neon tubes and scribbled pages.
You can create impressive ceiling compositions for photo zones. Let it be a tunnel, garlands above lounge areas, a bar or a group of tables. This way you organize zoning and clearly divided space.
A wedding cake
The use of flowers on a wedding cake causes a lot of controversy among modern celebration organizers. They recommend giving up flowers and switching to 3D effects, artistic painting, crystals and fruits.
