The Elopement Process
Us Working Together
Although much of the process for an elopement is the same as what I do for larger weddings, the focus is on creating a more intimate experience, either with only my couple (and usually a photographer and sometimes videographer), or sometimes with with no more than 10 guests.
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story does make all the difference.
step by step.
An initial meeting (virtually or in person).
This is where we talk about your wants and don’t wants, plus the ceremony creation process and what working with me feels like, and then we will determine if we’re the right fit for each other. We can hang out in GoogleMeet or have coffee, tea or drinks (mocktails for me) somewhere fun.
If I’m the right fit for your wedding day.
I will lead you through every step.
The elopement ceremony creation process, the how you get your marriage license, and all the other needed details. I have your back!
Everything can be done online, all on your time.
Many of my elopement couples are from outside Chicago, if not many time zones away, so I make sure that everything leading up to the ceremony is an easy process, no matter where you live and how busy your full life already is.
You will have ceremony creation assignments from me.
Assistance with writing or choosing your vows.
Vows can be scary, wanting to get them right, so I make sure I give you plenty of guidance, suggestions, and even true examples of what my couples have done in the past.
A ceremony worthy of what you two share….
Created together.
Delivered in a professional and caring way.
Fine-tuning the draft ceremony to your perfection.
We work together to make sure it all fits you as a couple and represents how you see marriage and commitment.
Your ceremony delivered by me with the emotion and warmth that it deserves.
Even more than professional, punctual, and caring - which I definitely am - I love, and am truly honored, to be celebrating you two in such an intimate way!
SIMPLE WEEKDAY ELOPEMENT
(Available Monday - Thursday only)
$450
CUSTOM WEEKDAY or custom weekend elopement
(Booking fees vary based on a variety of things)
Begin at $599
Taking care of your marriage license for you
After your wedding, I take care of promptly submitting your license either by mail, or the marriage license can be signed and given back to you, giving you the ability to return it in person. The benefit of returning the marriage license in person yourself is that you are able to obtain a certified copy or copies, which may be needed for name changes, insurance, banking, etc.
