Traditional weddings can be big, boisterous and fun. If you, however, think of the words intimate and laid back when you picture your wedding, they might not be for you. Elopements and micro weddings fit more into that category.

As a wedding business, we've seen a growth in elopements and micro weddings in Brisbane since the pandemic began. We've also seen couples confuse the two. That's why we'd love to help. Though similar, elopements and micro weddings are two very different ways of celebrating your union.

So, what are elopements, what are micro weddings, and how can you decide which is best for you? We think knowing the main differences is the first step. It puts you in a better place to decide which works best for your dream wedding day.

What I would encourage brides to do with family members who are invested in their special day is to acknowledge that first. Leading with empathy (usually) means that the other person feels validated and understood. It can also be helpful if someone who is heavily invested in the day is offered a special role or responsibility that's removed from the things the bride specifically wants to reserve her own choices for. From Dr Rebecca Ray - Clinical Psychologist and Author of the book Setting Boundaries