I guess elopements are so popular because couples get to leave the stressful formalities of organising a wedding behind. Elopements can be spontaneous weddings or encompass lots of planning just like you´re engagement proposal. Equally, they can be bilingual wedding ceremonies too. Either way, there´s nothing quite like the rush and excitement of a couple who have decided to elope. Whether they´re eloping in Spain, or another destination, exchanging their vows in a special place; with the intimacy of just the “two of them” is precious. Imagine a beach elopement in Malaga or eloping in a public space in Spain, an elopement wedding increases the intensity and dynamics of their special day.
What can you include in a ceremony?
Just because you´ve chosen to elope, it doesn´t mean that you can´t include some of your favourite ideas. Symbolic rituals like a Hand-fasting, or jumping the broom ritual can of course be included in an elopement wedding ceremony. Engaging with and making the most of having a celebrant, will reward you with the ceremony you´ve dreamt of.
With an elopement the focus is solely on the couple and what are the most important aspects for them. After all, they´re supposed to be the stars of the movie right! An elopement offers a chance for the couple to concentrate on themselves; without the need to worry about their guests and whether they are having a good time. An elopement ensures that couples are able to relax and make the most of their ceremony and what comes afterwards.
Worries about what family and friends will think
One of the 5 common concerns couples have about planning their wedding ceremony is the guest list dilema. Understandably those closest to the couple want to share their special moment, but preparing the guest list can be stressful. This is one of several reasons couples elope and start planning an elopement on their own. It´s important to understand and accept the motives for the couple´s choice. Having an elopement doesn´t have to mean not including family and friends in your wedding ceremony experience. There are lots of other ways that family and friends can share a part of a couples amazing wedding.
Benefits of an elopement wedding
Couples are generally stressed or feel anxiety and also excitement and being nervous is natural. The benefits of an elopement are that couples have the intimacy they deserve on their special day. In addition there´s less worry about ensuring guests are comfortable and happy throughout the ceremony. In an elopement it´s the celebrants role is to work with any other suppliers to ensure everything runs smoothly. Having just the couple present can really help to reduce the sensations of anxiety and stress couples often feel. As such leaving them to really make the most of each moment throughout the day. In an elopement it´s the celebrants role is to work with any other suppliers to ensure everything runs smoothly. Couples only need to be present and the wedding celebrant will take care of the rest.
Types of elopement
There are lots of types of elopements I.e. beach, mountain, hotel, off the beaten track. All couples really need to do is decide where they want to exchange their vows and the time. However, it´s important to think about the timing to make sure that couples actually have amazing clear pictures that they can actual see as not before sunrise or before sunset.
Versatility
Elopements offer couples so much versatility, I.e., a chance to have their wedding celebration in locations that they never thought were possible due to the financial implications of inviting lots of guests; including at times throwing the provision of accommodation into the equation for immediate family. Furthermore, depending on the location, not to mention transport to and from the destination. Elopements give new possibilities for couples to use their funds in the areas of their celebration in the way they want and including the aspects that have the most significant meaning to them.
How can family and friends be included?
Family and friends can be involved in other ways, I.e., in the financial planning of a honeymoon if this is what the couple wish. This way the couple get to benefit from having the honeymoon that they have always dreamed of. It´s now so easy to hire a professional photographer or videographer to create beautiful pictures for family and friends capturing the most key moments or streaming as the elopement happens.
An elopement also offers a great excuse to have a celebration with family and friends after the couple have returned from their elopement. If family and friends are attending the location, a micro wedding could be the next best popular option. Alternatively you could have family catch-ups on a different day. The couple can always get dressed up again and it´s a further opportunity to have a more relaxed catch up with family and friends having already had the wedding celebration. After the wedding day couples are more relaxed and have time to truly focus on family and friends and enjoy this time together without having to consider the formalities.
There are options to have a big family breakfast the day after too, or picnic depending on the location and the weather. If the couple like sport, why not organise something that the whole family can to do together.
Summary
There´s a place for an elopement in the UK and in Spain. But an advantage of an elopement wedding in Malaga or other Southern Spain location, the very moderate weather. This makes for a brilliant winter, spring or autumn elopement and of course a summer elopement goes without saying. Imagine the sea, sun and tranquillity whilst you make your commitments to your partner in life in your special place.
Whether couples choose to elope in the UK or Spain they should be firmly in charge of their choices.
Marcia Bravo Celebrant UK and Spain
Remember eloping is personal choice and a chance to throw out the rule books and step away from tradition.
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M xxx
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