No matter where you are going for your elopement, this blog post goes over all the basics that you need to pack for to be prepared! Whether you’re getting married in the city (like DC) or will go on a hike in the mountains, there is an elopement packing list for you. When you’re fully prepared for your elopement, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your day without worrying about the little details. Check out the packing lists that would be helpful for you!
You’re not running away or getting hitched in a tacky church in Vegas. You are having a beautiful, intimate elopement on the East Coast! An elopement is simply a different kind of wedding – one that captures who you are as a couple and starts your marriage off in the most authentic way possible. During your East Coast elopement, you can expect incredible views (especially during an all-day elopement with hiking) and endless opportunities to craft a unique elopement experience.
Whether you want to be in a city or surrounded by the great outdoors, there’s a place for you. You can elope in a city like Washington DC with beautiful architecture and countless activity options, or you can have an intimate ceremony in the Blue Ridge Mountains by a waterfall with a romantic picnic to celebrate. Your East Coast elopement doesn’t just have to be just signing a paper, you can turn it into an all-day adventure you won’t ever forget!
As an East Coast wedding photographer, I have seen too many couples wish that they had packed a certain item during their elopement! And I certainly don’t want that to happen to you. I always send a personalized packing list along with each couple’s customized timeline, but these packing lists below are a great place to start. You deserve to be prepared and excited for your elopement!
If you want your own customized packing list and elopement timeline, you can connect with me here!
This elopement packing list is for ALL COUPLES who are eloping! These basic essentials are truly essential, so make sure you write these down or save this blog post to your Pinterest to not forget!
After photographing many East Coast elopements, this list includes all of the wedding related items I suggest that you pack or bring to your elopement! Whether you’re local to the area or traveling in, triple check that you have all of these items before you head out.
This essential gear elopement list is here to support you in enjoying your wedding experience. With these items packed, you’ll be able to relax knowing you have exactly what you need throughout the day. You will feel confident and comfortable!
BONUS: If you’re planning a picnic anywhere, make sure to have those items too!
Your elopement day is going to be an incredible experience celebrating your marriage, but just in case, you’ll want these on hand.
For the city lovers, this elopement packing list is for you! While many of the couples I get to work with choose an all day elopement in Washington DC, this packing list also works for other cities on the East Coast! These are the items you should have prepared to have a smooth, enjoyable experience as you explore the city together.
I know you’re ready for an adventure, so let’s make sure you are prepared! While you can use this list for any outdoor elopement, this packing list is often used for couples eloping in Shenandoah National Park, the Blue Ridge Mountains, Seneca Creek State Park, and Raven’s Roost Overlook and other outdoor locations. For more tips on planning your hiking elopement, I have resources to help guide you through! You can check them out here.
I am more than just a photographer, and I will help you plan your elopement! We dream big and then plan ALL of the logistics for your elopement to make sure you’re fully prepared. Locations, permits, timelines, and more. You’ll get to go on your wedding adventure and receive images back to enjoy forever!
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