Dwindling Guest List

We invited 50 people and that seemed like a lot to us! We just don't know that many people and it's quality over quantity in our eyes. It only occurred to me that wasn't a lot of people when our videographer quoted us a package for a "microwedding". I was kind of offended! I know how you feel though... I know some people aren't going to be able to make it, and we already have such few people invited, that seeing a bunch of empty chairs might bum me out. I'm trying to keep in mind that the numbers don't matter. I'll be happy whoever manages to come out, especially with the pandemic and all.

Out of curiosity why did you book a large venue even though you'd only budgeted for half that? When we were looking for venues we knew we were only inviting about 50 people (it's one of the first things a lot of venues ask, how many people you'll have) so we didn't even consider venues that could potentially dwarf the party.
Does your venue offer a way to sort of cordon off areas? Maybe you can have the wedding in a smaller room, or sort of block off an area so it doesn't seem like there's a bunch of unused space.

Thanks Krystina, you're right its about quality of the company! Its on an apple orchard in the middle of nowhere, had the vibe I wanted and has been mostly stress free. Its large in the sense its got multiple spaces so cocktail hour is a different area than the reception which is separated by the bar and there is a lot of outdoor space. I'm sure it won't look too bad because when we did go and they had a bunch of tables set up it did look a little cramped - I'm curious how they will set up for less than 100 people but I won't know until the big day. I guess people won't be cramped like sardines and there will be room to move.

I think 70 people is still a lot! And don't invite extra people just to meet a certain number. Invite those who matter most and they will give you all of the love and support you deserve!

Thanks Sarah! Just one of my daily stupid thoughts lol

It will be a beautiful wedding no matter who comes! Thats what I keep telling myself

70 is a great number for a fun party! Maybe spread things around in the venue to take up space. It's really good that you have so much space. Also your wedding isn't for more than a year. You don't know what will happen by then.