Elopement
What is an elopement and why elope in Paris?
An elopement is a wedding ceremony with just the two of you and maybe a set of witnesses or a small number of guests. Generally that means fewer than 10 guests. A lot of couples don't want to have a huge wedding and the cost of weddings around the world have sky rocketed over the last few of years. Eloping often makes sense. It is much cheaper to elope and allows more budget for other things such as the honeymoon. It is also a lot less stressful than planning a full wedding.
There are many beautiful outdoor locations around Paris such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Tuileries Gardens – just to name a few. All of these locations provide a beautiful backdrop for your symbolic ceremony conducted by a celebrant, and for your elopement photoshoot in Paris.
I would be honoured to be your Celebrant/Officiant to conduct your ceremony in Paris. I can also help you plan your destination elopement and recommend other vendors and locations to help make your special day truly memorable.
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"Natalie was fantastic to work with. She arrived on time and communicated to us well before hand. She was very attentive and creative and performed our ceremony to exactly what we wanted. We had a great time and would highly recommend Natalie"
Sam & Michelle
How to elope in Paris?
* Firstly contact me to find out if I am available for your chosen elopement date. You can always check my booking calendar. You may also have questions regarding my fees and services.
* Arrange a Zoom call between yourself and me. This meeting will give you a feeling of my personality, with a chance to ask questions and share your elopement day excitement. You will know from this meeting that you want me on your elopement team.
* Your elopement date should be booked as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. It doesn’t matter if your elopement day is 24 months away; dates can book out quickly. Your booking will be confirmed for your chosen time with a deposit.
* If possible, I will take it upon myself to visit your elopement venue to feel the ambience of your chosen place of marriage. I will also, if appropriate, introduce myself to your venue’s Coordinator or Wedding Planner.
* We will now start to organise the format for your ceremony and discuss your wants and needs.
* Behind the scenes I will be busily writing your unique ceremony.
* We will be frequently communicating with each other discussing ideas or concepts that you would like to be brought into your ceremony.
The day of your elopement
* I will conduct a bespoke elopement ceremony in English just for you. It will be meaningful and tailor made just for the two of you (which will include your personal love story, readings and anything else you have in mind).
* There will also be traditional elements of your ceremony such a vows and ring exchange. If you need help with writing your vows, I can help with that too. If you are wanting other rituals, they can be included too.
* Signing of the symbolic marriage certificate. A lovely keepsake of your elopement.
* I am always available to my couples in helping them to elope. I can provide lots of recommendations such as hotels, florists, music and other wedding suppliers.