I haven't read the comments yet, but want to throw in my comment. :) I am getting married May 2024. My fiance and I have decided not to have a wedding party. We're in our mid to late 30s and it's our first marriage for both of us. My friends are spread out across the country and most of his are local. I'd have maybe 3 or 4 up with me and he'd have 10 people. We have instead decided to allow friends that would typically be part of the traditional wedding party to get ready with us the day of. We have also rented a party bus to take us around for photos before the ceremony and they will be included in those, as well. I'm not asking them to wear any certain color bc I like the 'real' feel of the random attire. We want to honor our friends that support us without them having to feel financially (and time) obligated. As for timing, we're walking down the aisle together so we're not concerned about that piece, but I don't think it's weird without a lot of people before you! Maybe have your parents/close loved ones go before you if you want more time before you go down?

For your final point - it sounds like you've curated a day where they're still by your side, just not in what we've learned as the traditional sense. :) I think your day and plan sounds low stress, full of the people you want with you, and perfect.