A topic that’s been debated for centuries in the wedding planning world is whether or not you should have a big wedding. With many couples unsure of what they want, and expectations from family to consider, wedding size isn’t an easy decision to come to. But even though we do think small weddings are actually a good idea, we want to share with you 3 reasons to have a big wedding, and we hope this inspires you on your wedding planning journey!
1. There’s no limit to your guest list
When you have a big wedding, you can invite anyone and everyone you want to, and you’re not forced to make hard decisions about who to leave off the guest list. Big weddings also allow you to invite your parents’ preferred guests, making for happy parents and a guest list filled with so many people who are celebrating your love.
2. It’s guaranteed to feel like a party
It’s a known fact that the more people are present, the more of a fun energy your big wedding will have. You won’t have to worry about guests who may not know anyone else, as guests will have the opportunity to mingle more and even meet new people, and the dance floor is guaranteed to be full at all times. The bigger the wedding, the bigger the party, and for those of you who want an absolutely unforgettable night, a bigger wedding is the way to go.
3. It may be more cost-effective
This point may seem counterintuitive, and you may be thinking to yourself how a higher overall spend can be more cost-effective, but that’s where we come in. In the wedding industry, there are things known as minimum spends which means that you’re required to spend a certain amount of money (or hit a certain guest count) in order to qualify for discounts, or to even be able to book the requested service. The larger the wedding, the easier it is to hit these minimum spend thresholds. And what’s even better? There are also fixed costs in wedding planning, like a DJ, which will mean your cost-per-person will actually be lower with a bigger wedding, as set costs will be spread out over more people.
A big wedding will bring with it incredible and unforgettable memories, and we would love to share in that day with you. If you’re looking for more information about hosting a big wedding with us at St. Joseph’s Banquet & Conference Centre, please contact us, and we’d be happy to talk with you about your big day!