Wed Now - Party Later

In 2020, the covid-19 pandemic affected the wedding industry quite negatively. The pandemic has created a drastic change in the way the couples plan their special day and also the way the venues proceed with their required arrangements. The aftermath of such an uncertain time continues these changes as it look like the industry is going to evolve and change as a whole to accommodate the new normal.

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Wedding limitations like crowd control, social distancing and large crowds of people being present have forced some couples to shift their weddings to the post covid period. Due to it being an unpredictable time, some couples just don’t want to put their happily married life on hold and they want to get married anyways.

This "wed now, party later" idea might be the perfect compromise. The couple gets the secluded ceremony they crave and can afford easily, and they can host a more laid-back party for their friends and family, as and when it is safe to do so.

1. Share a private moment

Having an intimate wedding will help you and your significant other enjoy the wedding rituals and traditions instead of having of having to worry about your guests and thinking about whether or not they are enjoying themselves. You, your partner and your selected, close family members and friends can enjoy yourselves and live in the moment of your wedding.

2. Make your commitment official

The “wed now, party later” idea enables you to make your commitment to your partner official and an exclusive event. You can, both, be honest, real and transparent with each other whilst doing so instead of having to be anxious and nervous about what your guests may think or say.

3. Wear your wedding outfits twice

For all the brides, the “wed now, party later” compromise is extra beneficial as they get the opportunity to wear their gorgeous lehenga two times and get to flaunt their beauty and live their wedding day (one of the best days of their lives) two times! They can also save money by wearing a little less fancy lehenga on their wedding day and wear something fun and stunning at the reception or whatever event you plan on celebrating as your party.

4. Avoid family drama

“Wed Now, Party Later” is also a very easy and convenient method and excuse to avoid family drama. You can simply choose relatives that are close to you and limit the wedding crowd. Not only will this effectively help practice social distancing and small crowds during this unpredictable time of Covid-19 but also help avoid conversations with nosy aunts and uncontrollable uncles.

5. Spread the costs

By having a small and close family and friends wedding, you can stay within your budget. Here, at Shaadi Baraati, we offer you wedding planers starting at the compact rate of Rs.20,000. You can save up for the big party for your friends and family after the pandemic has passed and it is safe to do so.