Wedding Planning

Micro Wedding or Traditional Wedding? A Quick Comparison

Compare the feel of a micro wedding and a traditional wedding with a quick overview of guest count, atmosphere, priorities, and the kind of experience each creates.

By Shaun SibelPublished August 19, 2024
A smaller ceremony can retain a formal aisle and intentional floral details while keeping the overall guest experience intimate.View this setup in the full gallery →

Which one is right for you?


Intimate live wedding ceremony at Koa’s on Hawaiʻi Island
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This live Koa’s ceremony shows the closeness and guest connection that often draws couples toward a micro-wedding format.View this setup in the full gallery →

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Couple exchanging vows during a Koa’s lawn ceremony

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Wedding ceremony at Koa’s photographed from the guest seating

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Covered cottage porch arranged for an intimate event dining setup

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Daylight reception setup inside the open-air Koa’s pavilion

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Centered wide view of a live wedding ceremony on the Koa’s lawn

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Sweetheart table with navy and rust draping, candles and tropical florals

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