At a time when Indian weddings were synonymous with endless guest lists, glittering extravagance, and weeks of celebrations, Nishi Bajaj dared to shift the lens. As the founder of Bon Evento and one of the inspiring women featured in the Women of the Year 2025 Edition II, launched at the WOW Awards Asia 2025, Nishi has carved her niche in curating weddings that are not just seen but felt. Her approach is rooted in intimacy, meaning, and storytelling — placing emotions at the heart of every detail.
In this candid conversation, she opens up about why micro-weddings are more than a passing trend, how Gen Z is rewriting the wedding playbook, and why the future of celebrations lies in personal expression over pomp.
1. We’ve been hearing a lot about micro-weddings lately. What do you think is driving this shift?
Honestly, couples today are looking for more meaning in their celebrations. After the pandemic, many realized that intimate weddings allow them to focus on what truly matters – their closest circle, more personal connections, and experiences that reflect them as a couple. It’s less about the scale and more about the story.
2. How are Gen Z couples approaching their wedding planning differently from the previous generation?
Gen Z is all about individuality. They want their weddings to be an extension of their personalities – be it through quirky themes, customized decor, or even unique entertainment. They are also far more conscious about budgets and sustainability; they’d rather spend on an experience that feels authentic than follow the old-school norms of grandeur.
3. Are big fat Indian weddings becoming a thing of the past?
We wouldn’t say they are disappearing – big weddings will always have their place. But yes, there is a noticeable shift. Even families who can afford lavish weddings are choosing to make them more intimate, with fewer guests but richer experiences. It’s a matter of prioritizing quality over quantity.
4. What kind of personalizations are most in demand in these micro-weddings?
From personalized wedding vows to curated food experiences, everything is getting a personal touch now. We’ve seen couples include their pets in ceremonies, create memory walls, have handwritten notes for each guest, or even customized playlists for different moments. It’s about making every detail feel ‘them.’
5. Does this trend affect the budget dynamics of weddings?
Surprisingly, not always in the way you think. While the guest list gets smaller, couples are now investing more per guest – in terms of better venues, bespoke gifting, or immersive decor. So, the budgets often remain similar, but how they are allocated has changed completely.
6. Do you think this trend is here to stay, or is it just a post-pandemic phase?
We believe it’s here to stay. Once couples experienced the beauty of an intimate, meaningful wedding, it set a new benchmark for what a celebration can look like. And with Gen Z being so driven by personal expression, this trend only seems to be evolving further.
7. What advice would you give to couples considering a micro wedding?
Be clear about your priorities. Don’t plan based on what’s ‘expected’ – plan based on what excites you both. Focus on creating moments you’ll remember rather than a guest list you feel obliged to have. And most importantly, enjoy the process – smaller weddings give you the chance to actually soak it all in.
From orchestrating pet-friendly ceremonies to designing memory walls, Nishi Bajaj proves that weddings are no longer measured by headcount but by heart. And with Bon Evento, she is rewriting the definition of “happily ever after” — one intimate celebration at a time.
For more details, visit: www.bonevento.com or www.instagram.com/nishisinghalbajaj
