How to Plan a Modern Micro Wedding During COVID-19, featured on Martha Stewart Weddings
I’ve watched and worked alongside so many couples who have been forced to rework their wedding plans due to COVID-19, whether that be postponing entirely, downsizing their headcount, or hosting their wedding in a loved one’s backyard. I feel for them and the tough decisions they have to make, especially as they grapple with what elements are most important to them.
If you find yourself in a similar situation, I’m here to say that regardless of your Plan B or C, you can *still* accomplish a killer sense of style for your reinvented wedding day. One way to look at this scenario is to acknowledge that there’s potential for more opportunity to invest in the small, super intentional details that can make a big impact for you and your guests.
Scroll on to see some examples of ways to do this, including:
setting the tone for your design from day one
nontraditional floral installations that create experiences for your guests
how to warmly welcome (cough, spoil) your VIP guests
bold moves when it comes to attire and personal flowers
smaller but bolder tablescapes to ensure the most memorable celebration meal
In collaboration with a phenomenal vendor team, I am so excited to share this inspirational editorial feature with you, recently featured in Martha Stewart Weddings. Read the article How to Plan a Chic, Modern Micro Wedding During COVID-19 here for more design tips and inspiration.
Thank you to the amazing Sarah Eichstedt Photography for capturing these beautiful images.
SET THE TONE EARLY ON
I love when couples choose an intentional paper suite because it truly kicks off the overall design vibe for their day while getting guests so excited for what’s to come. This clean, modern, and unfussy paper suite from Bourne Paper Co. truly set the tone for this day.
CONSIDER PETITE PERSONAL FLOWERS
For an intentional and cohesive wedding day design, keep your color palette simple. For this petite bridal bouquet, I honed in on the palette and the ingredient mix. The anthuriums were bold, but softly contrasted by grasses and yarrow to give this bride an intentional look. The perfect pairing for her more laid back bridal jumpsuit from Amsale.
A petite arrangement of caramel phlox, smokebush, and grasses dress up the groom's sleek suit and modern turtleneck.
SKIP TRADITION
There’s no wedding rule that says you *must* stick with traditional florals. With this install, Lea Stafford Events and I wanted to work with unexpected plant materials instead of florals to create a natural feeling for an intimate ceremony. The contrast of the soft grassy elements against the concrete pillars made for an impactful moment for guests and grounded the ceremony.
It was really important for me to create something entirely sustainable and foam-free. This was primarily designed using potted grasses and moss, so the install was able to be repurposed (and re-potted!) afterwards.
PUT IT ALL ON THE TABLE
A smaller table setting does not mean you need to skimp on style!
For this table setting, I wanted to lean into the contract of these black modern wishbone chairs from Theoni Collection against the soft linens and candlelight. So I added textured flower arrangements in modern shallow black vessels, paired with simple ikebana and bud vase arrangements. The table was the perfect spot to bring the different style elements of the day together for one cohesive design, and floral pieces of different shapes and sizes ensured every guest had something beautiful to sit down to.
SPOIL YOUR GUESTS
Favor boxes like these from Bestowe Gifting make the perfect VIP perk to spoil your guests, and are a great way to showcase your unique personality and style.
LET THEM EAT THREE CAKES
If dessert is important to you, this is an area you could invest more in with a smaller guest count. These miniature multi-tier cakes from Revelry Cakes made for quite the dessert experience. Accents of peach sweet peas, mauve lisianthus, and grasses added one last touch of micro detail.
For more design tips and inspiration, read the full article How to Plan a Chic, Modern Micro Wedding During COVID-19 on Martha Stewart Weddings here.
Featured on Martha Stewart Weddings
Floral Design | Anastasia Andenmatten
Photography | Sarah Eichstedt Photography
Planning + Design | Lea Stafford Events
Invitation Suite | Bourne Paper Co.
Rentals | Theoni Collection
Cake | Revelry Cakes
Bespoke Gifts | Bestowe Gifting
Jewelry | Shop Esqueleto
Bridal Jumpsuit | Amsale