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At A Simple Wedding In A Box, we believe that every bride deserves a beautifully crafted wedding, regardless of the size of her budget. A wedding doesn’t have to be expensive to be beautiful. From flowers to invitations and more, you can create a memorable day with the right guidance and knowledge to stay within your budget. That’s where our wedding and event planning experts come in—we help you work within your wedding budget, to help make your dream wedding a reality.
About
Michelle Harris has been in the wedding and event planning business for many years. Over time, she has witnessed countless brides-to-be with small budgets turned away by the traditional wedding industry simply because they “didn’t have the money for the hefty price of a wedding.” Let’s face it—not every bride has the national average of $30,000 to plan a one-day event. Some brides are working with $10,000 or even less to make their dream wedding a reality.
Recognizing this need, I dedicated a division of my business to helping small-budget brides avoid weddings that resemble a “dollar store disaster.” I specialize in creating stunning micro weddings tailored to smaller budgets. Here, I guide you through the process of curating a beautifully designed wedding that will leave you smiling.
What is A Micro
Wedding?
A micro wedding is a smaller, more intimate version of a traditional wedding. It typically includes fewer guests—usually between 10 to 50 people—and focuses on meaningful, personalized elements rather than large-scale productions. Micro weddings often strike a balance between an elopement and a full-sized wedding, offering a more relaxed atmosphere while still retaining many traditional wedding features, such as a ceremony, reception, and even decor.
Key Features of a Micro Wedding:
- Guest List: Limited to close family and friends, keeping it small and intimate.
- Budget-Friendly: Smaller guest counts mean lower costs for venues, catering, and other expenses.
Micro Wedding Packages
Minimalist Micro-Wedding
Package
Price Range: $1,500 - $2,500
Ideal For: Couples seeking an
intimate, no-frills celebration.
What’s Included:
- Venue rental for 3-4 hours (e.g.,
park, garden, small hall). - Officiant services.
- Basic decor (e.g., simple floral
arrangements, candles, or
greenery). - 1-hour photography session with
20-30 edited photos. - Simple cake or dessert table for
up to 20 guests.
Elegant Intimate Wedding
Package
Price Range: $3,000 - $5,000
Ideal For: Couples who want a
personalized touch on a modest
budget.
What’s Included:
- Venue rental for 5 hours (e.g.,
boutique venue or restaurant
space). - Officiant and coordination of
ceremony. - Semi-custom decor package
(e.g., backdrop, centerpieces,
and tablescapes). - Catering (e.g., buffet or plated
meal for 30 guests). - 2-hour photography session
with 50 edited photos. - Personal floral arrangements for
the couple (bouquet and
boutonniere).
All-Inclusive Pop-Up Wedding
Package
Price Range: $5,000 - $7,500
Ideal For: Couples looking for a
stress-free wedding with everything
included.
What’s Included:
- Styled pop-up ceremony setup
(e.g., arch, chairs, and aisle
decor). - All-inclusive venue (3-5 hours)
with an event coordinator. - Full-service catering and
beverage package for 40 guests. - 3-hour photography and
videography coverage. - Custom wedding cake (single or
two-tier). - Hair and makeup services for the
bride. - Personalized invitations (digital
or printed).
Elopement Package
Price Range: $1,000 - $2,500
Ideal For: Couples wanting a private or very small ceremony.
What’s Included:
- Choice of scenic outdoor location or cozy indoor setting.
- Officiant and legal paperwork handling.
- 1-hour photography session.
- Couple’s bouquet and boutonniere.
- Mini cake or celebratory treat.
Keepsake ceremony script
Wedding Planning Workshops or Master Class
In person or via master class, intensive planning out your wedding.
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Consultations
One-on-one wedding Consultation
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Wedding Budget Planning
Planning the concentrates on helping you work with your wedding budget.
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Services Offered
DIY Wedding Classes
In person or online do-it-yourself do-it-yourself, wedding invitations and other stationary.
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“Shop Your Look”
We will virtually shop your wedding look based on your wedding vision.
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Design and Decor Consultation
Consultation helping you with your wedding design and decor.
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Wedding Planner and Organizer
A wedding planner and organizer to help you track every aspect of your wedding
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Made Invitations and
Stationary
Affordable Wedding Invitations and more
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Digital Products
Wedding templates that you can use to keep track of your wedding.
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Products
Michelle's events have been thoughtful and imaginative always in excellent taste. Under her supervision, one may be
confident that there will be seamless attention to detail.
Edwin Shirley, Senior Advisor Fairview Capital
Michelle Harris is an extraordinary and passionate event planner who is steadfastly focused on the specific needs of her
clients. Her attention to detail, creativity and relationship building skills makes her truly unique. Most importantly, Michelle
knows how to flawlessly execute an event and bring joy to all who participate.
Richard Alleyne, Deputy General Counsel, The Hartford
Michelle Harris’ events have been classy with attention to detail so groups big and small could enjoy each others company,
network and engage in meaningful discussions. My wife and I have enjoyed all the gatherings and events.
Dennis Bisgard, (Former) Head Of School, Kingswood Oxford School
Every event that Michelle Harris has coordinated is earmarked by class, elegance, and sophistication. She imbues a
distinctive sense of style into every event. She is personal and charming and her engaging style makes all in attendance feel
welcome.
Darryl Burke
Testimonials
Michelle does an excellent job as an event planner-she pays attention to every detail of an event.
Sandy Cloud (Former State Senator of Connecticut), The Cloud Company
Michelle has done a beautiful job at all of our Boule’ events. I would recommend Michelle for any venue because she
is very detailed oriented.
Lenny Hudgen, Program Manger, Turner Construction
Michelle has organized several events for my fraternity. One word sums her up: Fantastic! From the logistics to the
atmosphere, to the food, everything is top notch! Did I say, “she is fantastic!?”
KAO
Managing Partner
Michelle has always planned to perfection. The events are always high class with unusual creativity. She knows how to
get it done, right on budget and on time.
Tom McNeill
Attorney
Michelle your work speaks for itself! Every event that you have done for us has been exceptional.
Adam Cloud
Treasure, City of Hartford, CT
Excellent service really enjoyed working with you.
James Michel
CEO of Access Health CT
Michelle planned and executed a 50th birthday celebration which our guests characterized as "Epic". Michelle was
professional, quickly responsive and cheerful throughout the planning process and event. Michelle's coordination of
vendors and her creation of an aesthetic and lively party ambiance made this event memorable.
Zena and Jeff H.
Sept 16th, 2017
Email Address
asimpleweddinginabox@gmail.com
Phone Number
860.819.5677
Work with Us
"A Simple Wedding In A Box, is a subsidiary of Events for a Purpose LLC”