Elopements
A collection of worldwide LGBTQ+ elopement stories.
Charlotte, who is a Doctor by trade, is afraid of heights. Mel, who recently sold out her share of her CrossFit gym, chose to propose in a way she knew would be unforgettable for Charlotte – skydiving. Their engagement was only one day. Charlotte and Mel share their elopement under a waterfall in Byron Bay.
In their own backyard, they had a first look, rode rollerskates into the sunset and spent the night calling family to tell them of their new commitment.
The pandemic canceled wedding plans twice, however third time was a charm. They spent the day exploring San Francisco and ended their day amongst the Redwoods of California sharing intimate vows.
Covid changed their wedding plans, and instead of a big celebration, Cassi and Greta eloped, and had their loved ones stream in live on Zoom.
Gaby & Kate had difficulty planning a wedding that felt ‘them’, and when the opportunity popped up to win an epic elopement they went all in.
Gina and Melissa shared a meaningful mountain elopement in Asheville, surrounded by nature they set intentions and became wives.
Forgoing a big celebration, Emily and Sonia decided on an intimate, boho-inspired, micro-wedding on the beautiful beaches of Byron Bay.
They had plans for a huge wedding – but COVID put those to a halt. Instead, Kiki and Marianne married legally, and celebrated with a photoshoot and wine.
After 9 years together, original wedding plans were postponed due to Covid. However, the couple knew they didn’t want to wait, and so, they decided on an intimate elopement.
They had planned a small wedding, but COVID meant that their plans were stalled. They married anyway in an intimate ceremony in California.
