Micro Wedding in Spain 2025

Hosting a micro wedding or intimate wedding is becoming increasingly popular, and Bouclé’s 2025 wedding season is filled with them. But what does planning this type of wedding really involve? What should you consider to ensure your day is exactly as you’ve dreamed? In this article, we’ll explore all the key details you need to know to organize an intimate wedding that reflects your style and personality.

What is a Micro Wedding?

An intimate wedding is a celebration held with a small group of people, usually between 10 and 40 guests. This type of wedding allows for a closer, more personal experience, focusing on what truly matters: the couple and their closest loved ones. Unlike larger weddings with long guest lists, intimate weddings give you the freedom to choose unique venues and focus on details that truly matter, creating unforgettable moments without the complications of a massive event.

Advantages of Choosing an Micro Wedding

A Closer and More Emotional Experience: With a smaller guest list, you have the opportunity to truly enjoy each person who attends. It creates a warmer, more emotional atmosphere where every guest feels special and an integral part of your big day

Flexibility and Personalization: With an intimate wedding, you can customize every detail to your liking. From decor to the menu, everything can reflect who you are as a couple. It’s your day, and it should be perfect for you!

Less Financial Pressure: With fewer guests, costs for catering, venue rentals, and other services are significantly reduced. This allows you to invest in things that truly matter, like enhancing the quality of the food or splurging on a dream honeymoon.

Disadvantages of an Micro Wedding

Less Energy or Atmosphere During the Wedding: While intimate weddings are very personal and emotional, they might not have the same energy and festive atmosphere as a larger wedding. However, it all depends on the guests and how you want to celebrate. And if at any point you feel like the vibe is a bit low, a few extra toasts can always liven things up! The important thing is to enjoy it to the fullest, no matter the size of the party.

Difficulty in Narrowing Down the Guest List: One challenge of an intimate wedding is deciding who to invite. Keeping the list small can be difficult and may sometimes cause tensions or hurt feelings. But at the end of the day, it’s your wedding, and it should reflect what you want as a couple. It’s normal for some people to feel offended, but those who truly care for you will understand and support your decision.

• (*) Stephanie and Mau’s wedding. Photo by @luciagarcophoto

How to Plan an Intimate Wedding: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Plan an Intimate Wedding: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Define Your Vision and Priorities: Before diving into the details, think about how you envision your wedding. Do you see yourself in an outdoor ceremony surrounded by nature, or do you prefer something more elegant on a hotel’s private terrace? Having a clear vision from the start will help make decisions easier during the planning process.

2. Set a Budget: Once you have a clear idea of what you want, it’s time to talk about money. Micro weddings are more flexible in terms of costs, but it’s important to decide where you want to spend more and where you can save. Maybe you want to invest in gourmet catering or an amazing photographer to capture every special moment.

3. Choose the Perfect Venue: Selecting the right venue is one of the most exciting parts of planning a micro wedding. With fewer guests, you can opt for more unique locations that wouldn’t be possible for a larger wedding. Consider options like a private villa, a small boutique hotel nestled in nature, or a hotel rooftop with city views.

4. Create a Personalized Experience: With a smaller guest list, you have the opportunity to create a highly personalized experience for each person. From the choice of music to the decor, every detail can be a reflection of your love story.

“Consider options like a private villa, a small boutique hotel nestled in nature, or a hotel rooftop with city views”.

Creative Ideas for Micro Weddings

Themed Ceremonies: If you’re a couple that loves something different, why not have a themed wedding? Imagine an Ibiza-style wedding with everyone dressed in white, flowers in their hair, and a relaxed seaside atmosphere. A dream come true!

Surprise Events: For more adventurous couples, a surprise wedding can be a great option. Imagine your mother’s face when she realizes she’s at a wedding and hasn’t been to the hairdresser. Unforgettable!

Weekend Celebrations: If you want to spend more quality time with your guests, extend the celebration over an entire weekend. This creates an intimate retreat atmosphere where you can all enjoy together and make the wedding even more special.

Clear and Empathetic Communication About Your Decision

It’s essential to communicate your decisions clearly and empathetically, especially if you’re significantly reducing the guest list. Explain that you’ve decided to have an intimate wedding and offer to celebrate with those who can’t attend at another time. This way, you’ll avoid misunderstandings and maintain good relationships with everyone.

Optimize Your Micro Wedding Budget

Although intimate weddings are typically more affordable than large ones, it’s important to prioritize what really matters to you. If food and photography are your priorities, allocate more resources to these aspects. You can save on decor by choosing a venue that’s already beautiful and doesn’t need much decoration, or simply be more creative with the details. A good place to cut costs is in catering; with fewer guests, the food can be more selective without blowing the budget.

Create a Relaxed Timeline

With fewer guests and a more relaxed atmosphere, you can enjoy a more flexible schedule. This reduces stress and allows for more spontaneous moments with your loved ones. It’s much easier to move around and enjoy without rushing when you don’t have to coordinate hundreds of people. A micro wedding gives you that freedom.

Inspiration for Your Intimate Wedding

Examples of Intimate Weddings Organized by Bouclé Weddings:

Wedding at a Boutique Hotel in Teruel: Imagine getting married in a hidden corner in the mountains, surrounded by nature and under a starry sky. This is what we did for Natalia and Miguel at the Torre del Visco Hotel. With only 12 guests, they not only enjoyed an intimate ceremony but also a full weekend with family, all staying together at the hotel.

Wedding at a Luxury Hotel in Mallorca: Stephanie and Mau wanted something that combined mountain and sea, and Mallorca was the perfect spot. We held their wedding at a luxury hotel with spectacular views called Grand Hotel Cap Vermell. They had a very special ceremony with 35 guests, followed by a sunset dinner on the hotel terrace. And of course, there was an incredible party with a DJ and open bar.

Wedding on the Rooftop of a Luxury Hotel in Madrid: For a couple passionate about Madrid, we organized their wedding on the rooftop of the Hyatt Centric Gran Via. With impressive views of the city, they celebrated their union uniquely and specially, surrounded by their closest loved ones. Imagine getting married with Madrid at your feet; it’s an experience you won’t forget!

• (*) Natalia and Miguel’s wedding. Photo by @kristel.aragon

What to Consider?

Number of Guests: Keep your guest list between 10 and 40 people to maintain the intimacy and personalization that makes a micro wedding special.

Traditional Elements: Reflect on whether you want to include traditions like speeches and the first dance, or if you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere focused on personal connection and enjoyment.

Your Personality: The advantage of a micro wedding is the freedom to choose the venue that best represents you, whether it’s a beach, a mountain, or the bustle of the city. The key is to design an event that identifies with who you are as a couple, without the limitations of traditional spaces for large weddings.

“The key is to design an event that identifies with who you are as a couple, without the limitations of traditional spaces for large weddings”.

Intimate Wedding, Minimony, or Elopement?

It’s good to know the differences between an intimate wedding, an elopement, and a minimony so you can choose the option that best suits your preferences.

Intimate Wedding: This refers to an event with about 10 to 40 guests. Although smaller, it’s a full day with ceremony and reception, and you can include all the typical elements of a larger wedding, such as speeches, gift giving, the first dance, etc.

Elopement: This type of wedding is for those who prefer something very simple and private, usually just the couple and a couple of witnesses. It’s about celebrating your love in a special place without too many complications.

Minimony: A small and symbolic ceremony, ideal if you want to do something now and save the big celebration for later. Perfect for those who don’t want to wait to get married but do want to have the big party later.

Let Bouclé Weddings Guide You in Planning Your Micro Wedding

At Bouclé Weddings, we know that planning a micro wedding is more than just having a small guest list. It’s about creating something very personal and emotional that reflects who you are as a couple. We love taking care of every detail and making sure everything goes as you envisioned. From choosing the perfect venue to finding the vendors that best suit your needs, we’re here to accompany you and make your day exactly as you’ve dreamed.