Why More Couples Are Choosing to Elope

Not every couple dreams of the big white wedding. For some, the idea of 150 guests, a packed timeline, a seating chart and a grand entrance just doesn’t feel right. And you know what? That’s completely okay. In fact, more and more couples are stepping away from tradition and choosing something smaller, slower, and more intentional: elopements and intimate weddings. Because at the end of the day, your wedding should feel like you.

What is an elopement

It’s not about running off in secret anymore (unless you want to). Elopements can be: just the two of you, a handful of your favourite people, a quiet ceremony at the beach, in the bush, or your own backyard, a slow day filled with meaning, not pressure. It’s about choosing presence over performance.

Why couples are saying yes to smaller celebrations

- Less stress - No seating plans, no drama, no 12-month to-do list.
- More time together - You actually get to be with your partner on the day.
- More meaningful locations - A beach at sunset, your family home, the spot where you first met.
- Freedom to do it your way - A picnic, a swim after vows, barefoot dancing under fairy lights. Why not?

But will it still feel special?

Absolutely. Small doesn’t mean less. It means intentional. It means creating a day filled with real moments - laughter, tears, stillness, joy - without worrying if the canapés arrived on time. And when you strip away the pressure, what you’re left with is the heart of it all: You. Your person. Your love story.

What does an elopement look like with me as your photographer?

I’ll be there not just to capture the moments, but to help you feel calm, relaxed, and seen. Whether it’s: just the two of you saying vows barefoot by the ocean, a handful of loved ones in a field at golden hour, a backyard celebration filled with candles and connection. I’ll quietly document your day as it unfolds - the emotion, the in-between moments, the realness.

So...is a big wedding really you?

If it is - amazing. Celebrate the way you want to. But if it’s not, I want you to know that you don’t need a crowd to make your marriage meaningful. You don’t need a full schedule to make your day unforgettable. You just need love. And maybe a little sunshine.

Whether you are having a big celebration or dreaming of a quiet celebration with big emotion - let’s chat. Weddings have my whole heart.