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What is elopement about? Elopement is used for intimate weddings. Indeed, those weddings are far from everything, in a small committee.
However, this practice is not new! In the past, couples used to elope with the intention of getting married without the parents’ permission. This was called « a runaway in love ». Nowadays, more and more couples are choosing elopement for an atypical marriage, off the beaten track.
Running away in love, for who ?
A shy couple, a limited wedding budget, to avoid family affairs or if you are attracted by a taste for adventure. For all these reasons, elopement is THE marriage for you.
It may seem selfish to those around you, but it doesn’t matter. You are getting married for yourself, you want to do things differently and with boldness? In this case, do not hesitate any more and leave for that elopement in love that you will remember all your life.
The pros of the elopement
You don’t need to plan all the preparations for a classic wedding in advance. As a result, you generate less stress!
In addition, you can make real savings. For example by getting married during the week and/or out of season. Also, you have a limited choice of providers. Indeed, the photographer will remain essential to capture this unique moment and leave you with unforgettable memories. On the other hand, with elopement, you do not have to worry about the caterer and the place of reception. And this is not negligible when you know that it represents more than half of a wedding budget!
The cons
However, elopment cannot have only qualities. If you want a small wedding, you will have to make choices. The first one will obviously be to sort out your guests. Choose the ones you really want to have with you for the most beautiful day of your life. And in fact, tell others that they will not be part of the party. Often, when couples choose elopement, they are only the two of them with their witnesses to celebrate their union. Sometimes, however, the guest list can be extended to include parents, brothers and sisters. Beware, there is nothing official about elopment! You will also have to go to the town hall to make your union official. In France, the law requires the presence of two adult witnesses for the marriage to be recognized.
Elopement : complicity and intimacy
The elopement is dedicated to couples wishing to unite in small groups. This formula will make your union an unforgettable moment, rich in complicity and emotions. Know all the same that getting married in a small group does not necessarily mean a small wedding. You can take advantage of the opportunity to see things in a big way and make your dreams come true. By having fewer guests, it becomes possible to have a larger budget for your providers and animations.However, generally speaking, the elopement will be two to three times less expensive than a classic wedding.
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With an elopement, kill two birds with one stone
Often, couples decide to go away from home for this love elopement. And why not get married at the place of your honeymoon?
Say « yes » to each other thousands of miles away! Be it on a beach, on an island, on a rooftop, in a tree house… Share a privileged memory at the other end of the world and come back with memories in your head.
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To conclude, elopement is for you if you are looking for new adventures! Be sure that these unique moments will remain engraved forever. However, nothing prevents you from organizing a day after the wedding to celebrate your union with your entourage.
