Have you and your significant other decided to elope? If you’re dreaming about an intimate elopement but don’t want to leave any of your family and friends out, there are plenty of ways to keep your loved ones involved on your big day. Check out some of our ideas for making your family feel included as you plan an elopement.
Engagement Party
After he’s popped the question, the two of you may have immediately decided to escape to the sunny tropics or culture-filled city for an elopement that focuses on just the two of you. This doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate your engagement with the people you love most!
Before you elope, gather with your closest friends and family members and toast to your upcoming nuptials. Even if they won’t be there in person to see you say “I do,” they’ll enjoy being part of the festivities beforehand.
Post-Wedding Celebration
If you want to elope but don’t want to give up a fun-filled wedding reception with your loved ones, you can have the best of both worlds! Opt for an intimate elopement with you and your fiance. Once you return home as newlyweds, Pop the Knot can help you plan a personalized wedding reception at a venue that matches your personality and gives you a chance to celebrate your marriage with the people who matter most. You can even consider bringing photos or playing a video of the two of you exchanging vows so everyone feels like they were there.
Dress Shopping
For many families, shopping for your wedding dress or tuxedo is a tradition they’ve anticipated for years. If you like the idea of this tradition and want to include family and friends in your dress-shopping journey, ask if they’ll take a day to shop with you before you elope.
And if you’re worried about extra opinionated family members, invite them to a fitting after you’ve picked out the dress. That way, they can get a glimpse of you as a bride but the ultimate decision is still your own.
Write Letters
After you’ve announced your elopement, you may experience various reactions and emotions from family and friends. While you shouldn’t let their emotions affect your decision, you can help them feel valued by writing sentimental letters describing the impact they’ve had on your life or sharing how their marriage inspires you. A thoughtful, handwritten letter can help your loved ones feel like you treasure their presence on your wedding day–even if they’re not physically there.
If you’re planning a romantic elopement, but aren’t sure how to elope without making your loved ones feel disconnected from your special day, try some of these tips! Pop the Knot has experience planning pop-up weddings and elopements that are creative, romantic and out-of-the-box. Contact us today to start planning!