03/24/2026
Hot take: a lot more people want to elope than you think. š
But they feel like they canāt. Trust me, 19 year-old engaged Abby felt the same way!
Here are some of the real reasons couples choose to elope:
⢠Big weddings feel overwhelming
⢠You donāt want your wedding to feel like a performance
⢠Youād rather spend money on experiences than a one-day event
⢠Family dynamics are⦠complicated
⢠You want your vows to feel private and sacred
⢠You care more about the marriage than the production
⢠You want an adventure, not a ballroom
⢠You want to actually be present instead of managing a timeline all day
⢠You want a day that feels like you two, not everyone elseās expectations
And the truth?
Most couples donāt elope for just one reason. Itās usually a mix of several.
If you read this list and felt seen ā youāre not the only ones thinking this way. Youāre actually part of a much bigger shift in how couples are choosing to get married - and Iām all here for it!!
No matter which of these resonate with you (or if itās all of them), youāre not alone. And if you decide to take hold of your wedding day and do things differently, Iāll be your biggest advocate every step of the way. Inquire in my bio for a photographer who cares deeply about your wedding day and your friendship!š¤