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Rise of intimate weddings

Katelyn Pike
Apr 6, 2024
3 min read

Updated: Jul 23

Over the past year, we’ve noticed a beautiful shift happening in the wedding world with more and more couples choosing intimate weddings and elopements over traditional large-scale events. And we get it. As a couple who celebrated our own wedding on a smaller scale (guest count wise), we’ve seen firsthand the magic and meaning that comes from a more personal, curated celebration.

Across the industry, there's been a rise in what many call intentional weddings: celebrations that prioritize connection, experience, and authenticity over guest lists and grandeur.

Why are couples choosing Smaller weddings?

1. Deeper Connection and Intentionality

With fewer people present, couples have the opportunity to be fully present with their guests. There’s less pressure to “make the rounds” or manage a crowd, and more room for authentic connection—whether that’s lingering conversations, shared meals, or spontaneous moments that can get lost in larger events.

2. Creative Freedom

Small weddings allow couples to think outside the box. Whether it’s a private mountaintop ceremony, an art gallery reception, or a multi-day celebration with your closest people, intimate weddings break the mold. There's no rigid timeline to follow and just space to celebrate in a way that feels true to you.

3. Elevated Guest Experience

Many couples are choosing to create unforgettable experiences for a smaller group, from elaborate multi-course dinners to weekend getaways at beautiful venues. Or our personal favorite, a multi-day Disney Fairytale Wedding. With a smaller guest count, your budget can stretch further and more meaningfully.

4. Less Stress, More Joy

Without the logistics of a 200+ person guest list, many couples feel more relaxed and able to enjoy the day. Intimate weddings often feel less performative and more like a reflection of the couple’s real relationship and shared values.

What we Offer for intimate Weddings & elopements

We’ve designed collections specifically for couples who want an elevated experience without the scale of a traditional wedding. Just because your day is smaller doesn’t mean it’s any less special and it actually gives us more space to tell your story deeply and creatively.

Whether you’re exchanging vows in your backyard, or the coast of Italy, we’re here to capture the heart of your day.

Here’s what we currently offer for intimate weddings (75 guests or fewer):

✨ Photo + Video Collection

Perfect for couples who want both formats of their day preserved.

6 hours of continuous coverage
1 photographer + 1 videographer
Includes unlimited photos, a highlight film, and optional drone footage
Includes planning + timeline assistance
Starting at $5,500

Here’s what we currently offer for Elopements (50 guests or fewer):

📸 Photo-Only Collection

For couples looking for beautiful, still storytelling.

4 hours of photography
1 photographer
Unlimited photos
Includes planning + timeline assistance
Starting at $2,000

Every package includes our help leading up to the day, whether that’s location scouting, timeline guidance, or helping you figure out how to make your elopement or intimate wedding feel special and stress-free.

We also love offering optional add-ons like:

Rehearsal dinner coverage
Story sessions (engagements sessions) before or after the wedding
Multi-day storytelling for destination weddings

The rise of intimate weddings is more than just a trend and it’s a return to what matters most: celebrating love with the people who truly know and support you. Whether you're eloping with just the two of you or celebrating with your closest 40 friends and family, your wedding deserves to be captured with the same care, artistry, and love as any big event.

If you're dreaming up a small wedding with big meaning, we’d love to help tell your story. Let’s create something beautiful, together.

💌 Ready to plan your intimate wedding or elopement? Reach out to us today to learn more about our customizable collections and availability.