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Most likely, you’ve never planned your own elopement + intimate wedding before! As someone who had an elopement wedding herself, I know how many questions, thoughts, concerns, etc. can run through your head throughout the planning process.
Does an elopement feel more like me than a big, traditional wedding? Where do I elope? How do I tell my family? How do I make sure they still feel loved, valued and included even if they aren’t part of my actual wedding day? What if I do want my family there – does it still count as an elopement? (spoiler: HELL YES!) Do I bring my dogs? (double spoiler: the answer is also always HELL YES!)
You have the questions, I have the answers! Browse through some of my most popular and helpful blog articles dedicated to all things elopements + intimate wedding related. Still have questions? Shoot me a message and let’s get to talking! I’m here to be an open resource for you forever and always!
Planning Resources
Best Time of Year to Elope in the Pacific Northwest
This is a guide to the best time of year to elope in the PNW to help you set realistic expectations about where you want to elope + when!
100 Unique Elopement Ideas + Activities for an Epic Celebration
Incorporating activities into your elopement is the best way to make it unforgettable. Here are 100 unique elopement ideas for an epic day!
Why You NEED to Have Backup Plans for Your Elopement
If you’re having an adventure elopement, you never know what might happen. Here’s why you NEED to have backup elopement plans in place!
The Importance of Wedding “Getting Ready” Photos
Here’s why “getting ready” photos on your wedding or elopement day are important, and why you should have your photographer document it all!
A Complete Guide to Picking Your Perfect Hiking Elopement Dress
If you’re planning an adventure elopement with a hike involved, you won’t want to miss this complete guide to picking your perfect hiking elopement dress!
Intimate Yosemite National Park Elopement
Victoria and Logan exchange vows at Glacier Point in Yosemite National Park with just their parents as witnesses.
Bohemian Desert Elopement in Moab, Utah
A stunning Utah elopement in Arches National Park and Dead Horse Point with sunset canyon vows, family, a private chef dinner, and epic night skies.
Romantic Southern Oregon Coast Microwedding
Bride and groom elope on the beach at Samuel H Boardman State Park along the southern Oregon coast with photographer, Katie Berg Photo.
How to Handle Bad Weather on Your Wedding Day
Let’s make sure your elopement is unique, beautiful, and oh-legal! Here’s how to get the correct permits for your Washington state elopement.
REI Anniversary Sale 2021: The Best Deals for Adventurers
I’m breaking down all about the best deals during the 2021 REI Anniversary Sale including women and men’s clothing, backpacks, camping gear, hiking boots, accessories and more. GUYS — IT’S FINALLY HERE!!! My absolute favorite sale of the year – the REI Anniversary Sale 2021! If you’re like me and love the great outdoors, you…
Elopements vs. Weddings: What’s the Difference?
Are you familiar with traditional weddings but not sure about how they differ with elopements vs intimate weddings, this post is for you! Below, you’ll discover key differences between elopements, traditional weddings, and intimate weddings so you can make the right choice for your day. On the face of it, elopements and weddings seem to…
5 Different Types of Elopements
Did you know that there are multiple types of elopements?! Read more below to see which of these 5 elopement types best fit you and your vision for your wedding day experience. So you already know you’d like to elope with your boo. But where will you go? What kind of adventure are you dreaming…
How to Handle Bad Weather on Your Wedding Day
Let’s make sure your elopement is unique, beautiful, and oh-legal! Here’s how to get the correct permits for your Washington state elopement.
REI Anniversary Sale 2021: The Best Deals for Adventurers
I’m breaking down all about the best deals during the 2021 REI Anniversary Sale including women and men’s clothing, backpacks, camping gear, hiking boots, accessories and more. GUYS — IT’S FINALLY HERE!!! My absolute favorite sale of the year – the REI Anniversary Sale 2021! If you’re like me and love the great outdoors, you…
Elopements vs. Weddings: What’s the Difference?
Are you familiar with traditional weddings but not sure about how they differ with elopements vs intimate weddings, this post is for you! Below, you’ll discover key differences between elopements, traditional weddings, and intimate weddings so you can make the right choice for your day. On the face of it, elopements and weddings seem to…
5 Different Types of Elopements
Did you know that there are multiple types of elopements?! Read more below to see which of these 5 elopement types best fit you and your vision for your wedding day experience. So you already know you’d like to elope with your boo. But where will you go? What kind of adventure are you dreaming…
Leave No Trace: A Planning Guide for Adventure Couples
Are you ready to embark on an adventure elopement of a lifetime? Then you’ll want to read up on the leave no traceprinciples! When you visit a national or state park, you have to treat the great outdoors with care as you explore & appreciate your favorite location on the best day of your life….
Top 15 Best Elopement Wedding Dresses & Designers in 2026
Looking through tons of eloping wedding dresses for your big day to find the perfect one can feel overwhelming at first. Luckily, I’ve searched high and low for all of the very best elopement wedding dress designers so that you don’t need to! The top 10 wedding dress designers for elopements are: Trying to find…
Should You Have a Sunset or Sunrise Elopement?
Eloping at sunrise is a great option for those who want to don’t want a first look, value more privacy and for potentially better weather! But eloping is just as great of an option. Eloping at sunset will give you plenty of time to get ready, do a first look and take time during the…
5 Reasons Why You Should Do a First Look on Your Elopement Day
Thinking about doing a first look at your wedding but not sure if it’s right for you? Read on to find out why to do a first look at your elopement. When it comes to eloping, many of my couples think about getting rid of tradition to do something all their own. Honestly? It’s one…
How to Elope in 2026: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide
Thinking about having an elopement?! Congrats! I truly believe that elopements are the BEST way to get married! So much so that I eloped myself! I know the idea of planning an elopement can feel daunting though. Like where do you even start?! Don’t worry, I’ve got you! I’ve created the ultimate step-by-step guide on…
10 Tips for a Zero Waste Wedding or Elopement
“Help! I care about the environment but I also want to get married! Is it even possible to do both?” I’m here to tell you that HECK YES IT IS!! All it takes is a little bit of intentionality and planning and you can have as much of a sustainable, eco-friendly and zero waste wedding…
How Long Should I Hire an Elopement Photographer For?
Elopement Timeline Tips: How Many Hours Do We Actually Need? If you’ve ever wondered how many hours you need for the perfect elopement timeline and why, then this is for you! In this blog, we will cover: the amount of time most couples book and why, examples of some of the unique activities you guys…
How to Include Your Loved Ones on Your Elopement Day
This blog is all about how to plan an elopement that makes your loved ones feel included! For my own elopement, having my family there was extremely important to me. Here are 7 ways you can include yours too! Picture your wedding day and all the once-in-a-lifetime moments just waiting for you two. If you…
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