As a high-end wedding photographer for the past 15 years, it is safe to say - I've seen it all when it comes to saying "I do". I have been a part of so many gorgeous wedding days, however, I knew when it came to my wedding - I wanted it to be simple, inexpensive, intimate, and to have amazing photos. This is why I chose to elope, despite being a wedding photographer. To be honest, it wasn't even a hard decision for me - as I have experienced hundreds of weddings and the thing that always stood out to me is the relief the couple felt after the wedding was over. I knew I wanted to be so lost in the love of my wedding day, that I would be sad when it was over. I wanted the day I committed my life to my husband to feel magical and the only way I could accomplish that was to take the chaos, stress, and expenses out of the equation.
Eloping has become increasingly popular since the pandemic. At first, it was out of necessity, however, the pandemic is over and couples are still choosing to elope. It's safe to say that couples are beginning to prioritize spending the money they would've spent on a wedding to improve their circumstances (first homes, paying off debt, vacations, etc.) and I am here for it. One of the best things about eloping is that you can still have amazing photos to share with your family and friends while having a stress-free intimate day with your partner.
Let's talk about some of the benefits of eloping:
Flexibility: Couples can choose the time, location, and style of their ceremony to suit them best. For example, they could have a small, intimate ceremony on a mountaintop or exchange vows on a beach at sunset.
Less stress: Eloping can reduce the stress of planning a wedding, which can sometimes become overwhelming. No need to worry about pleasing both families with all the wedding day decisions or creating a seating chart that will make everyone happy.
More budget-friendly: Eloping is cheaper than a traditional wedding, which can leave more room in the budget for other things, like a honeymoon.
Location: You can choose anywhere on the map to say "I do". This is one of the best parts of eloping, because whether you want to get married in your back yard or in front of gorgeous mountains in Iceland - the options are endless.
More intimate: The ceremony can feel more special and meaningful with only the couple and a few close friends or family members present . You won't experience the anxiety of reciting personal vows in front of an audience and if you feel like keeping your big news to your and your spouse for awhile, you don't have to tell a soul until you're ready.
More authentic: Eloping can allow couples to get married in the way they've always envisioned and choose what's meaningful to them. You will fully experience your wedding day and take in the moments between you and your new spouse that are usually overshadowed by the chaos of the wedding day.
Celebrating with loved ones: Couples can share their elopement experience with family and friends by celebrating together after the event.
Splurge Strategically: Elopements are usually A LOT less expensive than having a traditional wedding. This means you can splurge strategically on the things that mean the most to you. Whether it's a gift to your spouse, an amazing location, or upgraded rings - the budget can truly embody what is important to you and your partner. Plus, no one has ever regretted having magazine worthy photographs of their wedding day.
Attire - You can forget all the societal pressures regarding wedding attire and wear what truly makes you feel beautiful, unique, and comfortable in. You can forget the need to live up to the traditional wedding attire expectations and be your truest self. (I work a PINK sundress for my elopement).
Better photographs: Eloping usually means better photos! You will have more time to spend on portraits without the stress of a timeline. Photos will be more relaxed, resulting in more time for creativity and capturing true romantic moments.
Let me know some other benefits to eloping that maybe I didn't mention in the comments.
xoxo,
Jasmine
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