Top Five Reasons To Elope
The big question - why elope? Your wedding day should not about pleasing others with their preferences and opinions (oh, the unsolicited opinions *sigh*). It should be 100% about you and your partner and the start of your married life together. It is easy to get swept up in the moment and get carried away when planning, adding costs here and there to try to make it as special and extravagant as humanly possible. However, ultimately what is important is the commitment between you and your partner and really being present during this special moment of your lives and in the moment throughout the day:
COST: First things first, the average standard wedding in British Columbia in 2021 was $28,000 (and that’s on the low end- yikes). Even trying to keep it small it ends up costing a fortune – money that could be of better use towards starting your new married life together, right? Cutting down on unneeded costs also allows for more practical splurges on whatever will help bring your vision to life (the dress, your photographer, florals anyone?).
LET’S GET INTENTIONAL: Couples who elope value the importance of a more intentional experience rather than a big party hosting people your parents made you invite (to name a few). Nevermind the stress and pressure it puts on couples trying to please everyone when you realistically simply cannot. Your wedding day should be about exactly that- YOU. You as a couple and your commitment to one another, in the way you both dream celebrating it. The only other person you need to decide any details with is your partner (sorry mom). Our elopements also allow for up to 20 guests which allows your people to still be present for your day if you wish!
WEDDING TRADITION ISN’T YOUR THING: As much as one can appreciate a run-of-the-mill cookie cutter grandiose wedding, they tend to be pretty repetitive as far as what to expect. If you’ve found your way to our website, chances are you want to do your wedding with your own flair and style without all the traditional fluff that most people feel is necessary on their big day. Do you want to wear anything but a white dress? Do you want to walk down an aisle without all eyes on you? Do you want a short and tailored ceremony celebration that’s not followed by a bouquet toss? Then you’ve come to the right place. We LOVE helping you bring your distinct vision to life, however you want it!
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: Elopement location options are truly endless when it’s just you and your partner calling the shots. On Vancouver Island especially, there are limitless landscapes and backdrops you can choose from and hey, the most stunning spots come with no deposit required;). You can dream as big as you want and pick some place that is special and meaningful to you as a couple or you can choose an intimate location that you have always been wanting to visit. So why not make it somewhere truly unique and adventurous?
STRESS, NO THANKS: You want to avoid any wedding stress or drama: Let’s be honest here… for those of you that have planned a wedding, we are going to bet that 99% of you were stressed out at some point. From dealing with vendor availability to venues being booked up years in advance, to having to help plan all of your guests with travel or accommodation, safe to say many of us have gotten to a breaking point in which we ended up at this very question; is it even worth it?! Is it worth being this stressed out?! The answer for us is always NO! Your wedding day should be filled with joy, laughter, happy tears, and most of all love!
Working with us, the stress of all the moving parts of planning, contacting vendors and day-of coordination involved with a large wedding is really non-existent. We plan your elopement experience in four simple steps… two of which include a detailed, but not overwhelming questionnaire and then two planning phone calls. Of course, you are welcome to be as hands on or off as you wish. Leave the worries and planning to us (we actually love it haha) and the excitement to you. We are here to make your day as memorable and unique to you as a couple! Drop us a line and let us get started on your dream day!
Vendors
Planning: Vancouver Island Elopement
Photography: Elyse Anna Photography
Venue: Yellow Point Farm
Arbor: From The West Decor
Florals: Wildflowers Farm
Hair: Willow and Arrow Hairloft
Makeup: Jessica Pool Makeup
Jewelry: West Coast Design
Cake: Old Town Bakery
Dress: Wild and Cozy Closet
