You’re thinking about how to plan an elopement but are unsure of where to start? I get it! Preparing to plan any wedding can be overwhelming. However, as long as you have a thorough game plan you’ll be well on your way to plan a successful elopement. Today’s post features a beautiful forestland elopement captured by Liv Schultheis to inspire you along the way. So how does an elopement differ from a traditional wedding? An elopement is an intimate and meaningful celebration of love that truly focuses on you two as a couple. Some may have classified an elopement as a sudden runaway wedding done in secret. The later definition of an elopement seems to be disappearing. In addition, more couples are now opting to openly celebrate a more intimate destination wedding without the concealment beforehand.
No matter whether you choose to have a traditional wedding or an intimate elopement the focus should always be about celebrating your love story. Once you have decided that having a small meaningful gathering is what you and your fiancée want to do you’ll need to start planning. Here are 15 quick rapid fire tips to help you along the way to plan an elopement.
15 Tips For Planning an Elopement
- Determine why you want to plan an elopement
- Don’t look back! Have confidence in your decision and start planning.
- Do pin to your hearts content and figure out your wedding day style
- Calculate out your maximum elopement budget.
- Pick your wedding date
- Determine the destination of where you would like to elope
- Research and book your vendors
- Hire your elopement photographer asap as they book quickly
- Write down your guest list (You can also choose for it to be just the two of you)
- Know all the legalities you need to complete beforehand (I.E marriage license, passports, address change etc)
- Book your accommodations if you are traveling
- Have a backup plan to cover unpredictable events
- Work with your vendors to plan an elopement timeline
- Consider live streaming the event or hiring a videographer to capture your wedding to share with family members
- Don’t stress and just enjoy every step of the way.
How To Plan An Elopement Credits:
Photographer: Liv Schultheis
Location: Private Residence
