Have you ever thought about just throwing away the rule book, but keeping the vows? Hosting an intimate wedding in Raleigh with just your closest friends and family might be even more memorable than a big ballroom event.

Let’s be real—when you’re planning a 150–300 guest wedding, how likely is it that you and your partner will have a real moment with every single person there? And even if you tried, would you actually have time to enjoy your day… or break out those dance moves you’ve been secretly perfecting?

Smaller weddings give you the chance to breathe. You get to fully be in the moment—with each other and the people who matter most. No timelines pulling you in five different directions. Just genuine connection, laughter, and that beautiful feeling of this is exactly how it’s meant to be.

And if you’re worried about leaving someone out (hey there, third cousin James), that’s what your wedding gallery and video are for. Share the day with them afterward—and trust me, if you hire the right photographer (hi, it’s me), it’ll feel like they were right there celebrating with you.