Minimony - Microwedding - Elopement Wedding - Sorrento & Amalfi Coast
What is the difference between a minimony/sequel wedding, microwedding and an elopement wedding in Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast? Read on to discover more about these new wedding concepts for the perfect destination wedding in Italy.
Planning a wedding, particularly a large wedding, involves a great deal of time and commitment and of course a large financial investment. In light of the Covid-19 global pandemic, many couples are now thinking about their wedding day in new ways and considering what is really important to them.
What is a minimony and sequel wedding?
A minimony is a very small and intimate wedding ceremony (be it symbolic or civil) involving just the bride and groom and maybe immediate family which will take place by the end of 2020. A huge number of couples who’ve had to postpone their original wedding date in 2020 are considering a minimony, followed by a larger (sequel) wedding and celebration in 2021/2022 as per their original plans. Having a minimony in Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast could be the perfect idea for those couples looking to ensure their commitment is marked in some way this year. A minimony could also include a personalised experience post ceremony, such as an intimate dinner for two on a private terrace or a sunset boat cruise.
What is a microwedding?
A microwedding is an intimate wedding of usually no more than 50 guests (here in Italy we would consider a micro wedding to be 20-30 guests) still combining the most important elements of a larger affair but on a smaller scale.
For those of you who aren’t able to ‘go it alone’ with an elopement and definitely wouldn’t consider marrying without your closest family and friends beside you a microwedding could be the perfect solution.
Not having a huge guestlist means that you can really push the boat out on certain elements of your destination wedding… a luxury brunch the following day. A fun picnic, styled pizza party or a luxury boat trip to Capri, wine tasting in the Campania region … the options are endless to ensure you make memories to last a lifetime.
“With fewer guests to manage, there are so many more ways to spend your budget and ensure that you and your guests have the most incredible experience from start to finish. You also open up your location options so much, Positano specifically lends itself to weddings under 50 guests and we have some sensational venues to propose for micro weddings all over the Amalfi Coast.”
What is an elopement wedding?
The word ‘elopement’ has actually changed in its meaning over the years and no longer refers to young lovers sneaking off in a desperate hurry to tie the knot. Now it’s more about small, intimate weddings with just the bride and groom or a very small bridal party, pre-planned or spontaneous.
Eloping is fast becoming a very popular way for couples to get married and works perfectly in so many ways. It is a private celebration of the love a couple has for one another without any worry of intricate details, dramas and formalities of a typical wedding day. If you’ve always dreamed of simplicity and intimacy when it comes to your wedding, then why not consider eloping?
An elopement wedding gives the opportunity to have a truly unique, adventurous and luxurious experience in a part of the world you may have never before discovered, without breaking the bank. With the money saved in opting to elope, you can invest in memorable experiences, such as a luxury private boat to cruise around the coast, or a ceremony on a completely remote terrace by the sea. With the help of a planner you can explore secret destinations that you may never have known existed. You can also appoint the services of the best photographers and videographers available to capture every moment which can later be shared with your family and friends.
The spectacular scenery of the Amalfi Coast is unrivalled and with no schedule to stick to, you can spend plenty of time with your chosen photographer/videographer to produce the most spectacular shots/film. There are no schedules to adhere too, no worries about whether you’ll get time for those ‘sunset shots’ everything can be perfectly tailored to you without considering anyone else. With the wedding day focussed on just the two of you, planning an elopement wedding is enjoyable and stress free... we can’t think of a better way to start married life!
Photography credits : Pure Creations Photography Villa Magia, Positano
