While micro weddings are quite small compared to a normal wedding, they are not the most private option. Micro weddings have a limited number of spots open; however, there is often still room for extended family members and some friends.

On the other hand, the stress of deciding who gets to come to a micro wedding can cause some couples to opt for a "minimony" or a mini wedding ceremony instead that only includes their immediate family. This intimate event usually entails about ten people but still honors the process of a wedding. According to The Knot, couples can still include all the major experiences they envisioned, like having a photographer, saying their vows, doing a first dance, and even cutting a small cake.

Interestingly, anyone can choose to go the "minimony" route, but the pandemic times caused a resurgence because many couples wanted to keep their original wedding date but needed to abide by the various social distancing guidelines. This led to a new version of the "sequel wedding" trend where couples followed up their "minimony" with the wedding they had previously planned for. The idea of having a second wedding isn't new, especially for those who want to represent various religious or cultural traditions with distinct ceremonies. Of course, if a couple doesn't need a second, more elaborate wedding, a "minimony" will definitely suffice.