Las Vegas Wedding Planner Andrea Eppolito. Image by Hello Gabby J.

In 1903, the White House Book of Etiquette shared their thoughts on wedding planning and said: "Mondays are for wealth, Tuesday for health…Saturday no luck at all." Translation: A woman of proper breeding would never schedule her wedding on a weekend. Times, obviously, have certainly changed. Weekend celebrations have become the norm, allowing the celebration to last long into the night and accommodate guests who have work schedules, who have childcare needs, and who potentially need to travel for destination weddings.

That said, over the last 10 years I have had the opportunity to do a number of midweek weddings for a variety of reasons….There was the Australian couple that wanted to get married on a Monday to celebrate their anniversary, another couple from back East that booked a Thursday, allowing them to party Vegas-style with their friends on Friday and Saturday night, and another couple that had a tight schedule due to work commitments and felt that there was no difference between a mid-week wedding and a weekend since all the guests were going to be traveling, regardless.

Personally, I love a mid-week wedding, and I am excited to share the Top 5 Reasons for You to Consider a Midweek Wedding.

1. SURPRISE! I love how unexpected a midweek wedding is. The day immediately feels so special and will stand out to your guests. If you are looking to make a statement, this is a wonderful way to capture the attention of your family and friends.

2. YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO BE DIFFERENT. While I, personally, believe that you can break almost any rule at any time, a midweek wedding sets the stage for something avant-garde. By breaking precedent from the very beginning, you are establishing that you are willing to think outside of the box. Unique venue choices, custom menus, and a different style or attire are all suddenly acceptable in a way that they may not have been before.

3. MORE ACCESS TO TOP TIER WEDDING VENDORS. The world’s best photographers, videographers, and floral designers can book a one to two years in advance. Saturdays are the first to book, with Fridays and Sundays following not far behind. That can make securing your first choice vendor more difficult if you are planning a wedding in a shorter time frame. However, if you are hosting a midweek wedding, you will find it much more likely that your desired A-Team will be available.

4. INCREASED INTIMACY. Hosting a midweek wedding will inevitably lead to a smaller number of Yeses in your RSVPs. The smaller guest count will give you a greater amount of intimacy. You will have more time to spend with each guest, and you can truly craft an experience for each of them. You can host an elaborate rehearsal dinner, plan a luxurious and highly detailed dinner, or invest in tremendous entertainment. You will be able to spend more time with your guests, having deeper and more meaningful interactions.

5. LONGER WEEKENDS AND CELEBRATIONS. If you are hosting a destination wedding, it is much more likely that your guests will turn your wedding into a longer, multi-day vacation. If you love being surrounded by your family and friends, and if you are interested in hosting a series of events, this will allow the celebration to continue for days!

Many people have asked (and assume) that midweek weddings cost less than weddings and celebrations booked on Fridays and Saturdays. Is this true? Possibly. Certain venues may have a modified rental fee. Many resorts in Las Vegas are booked and busy with weddings during the week, making discounts unlikely. However, if you are looking at a venue dedicated to weddings and only weddings, you will very likely be able to get amazing value. Ultimately, however, you will always pay for quality, and you should expect to pay the same amount for things like food, beverages, florals, and photo/video services.

I am always excited by the prospect of a mid-week wedding, and would love to know what YOU think? How do you feel about a Tuesday wedding or a Thursday night celebration? Leave your comments below.

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