Small is the NEW BIG: Celebrate Luxuriously

Jul 7

Just like many couples and industry professionals, we started the year with so much excitement for 2020 wedding season. 2 months into the year, COVID-19 pandemic hit and we were quite frankly, dazed, confused and hopeful that in a few weeks, we would have some answers and can clear up any concerns couples had regarding their spring/summer/fall wedding celebrations.

Months and many postponements later…we can’t hold large events still (safety first) so couples are adjusting their expectations and are warming up to resuming planning once again. Many couples have decided to postponing their big day for 2021, while other couples are opting for a small and intimate ceremony and reception with hopes to celebrate BIG at a much later date in 2021.

In Illinois, phase 4 includes events (including weddings) hosting less than 50 total guests. We don’t anticipate going into phase five and hosting more than 50 guests until 2021.

Now that we have all the facts on the number of guests allowed at events for now, let’s get tips on how you can have a small wedding of 50 guests or less and still orchestrate an absolutely stunning celebration with all the bells and whistles.

While some couples had initially planned to have a large wedding, it is important to remember that a wedding celebration does not have to have 250+ guests to be memorable. Smaller weddings are intimate and allows you to tailor the overall wedding experience.

If you are planning and small celebration of considering it, here are a few ideas to inspire you!

Lush Table Decor:

You can never go wrong with lush table decor for your celebration.

Personalized Details:

With a small celebration, you can really pay attention to the little details that make a big difference.

We hope you are inspired! If you are planning a celebration, let us handle all the details. To learn more about us and our planning/design services, Contact us HERE!

Akeshi Akinseye

Founder & CEO of Kesh Events | Event Planner, Designer, Author & Hospitality Expert

Akeshi Akinseye is the founder and CEO of Kesh Events, a Chicago-based event planning, design and production company creating high-end weddings, destination celebrations, private events and brand experiences worldwide.

With more than 15 years of experience, her work centers on thoughtful hospitality, guest experience, cultural intelligence and the planning, design and production of highly considered celebrations.

Akeshi is also the author of The Art of Celebrating, a book about meaningful gatherings, thoughtful design and creating more intentional moments around the table and at home.

Her work and perspective on weddings, celebrations, design and hospitality have been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Brides, People and other leading publications.

https://akeshiakinseye.com