The Ultimate Guide to plan your Elopement in Italy
Things to do arranging a wedding experience for two
We all know how stressful is arranging a wedding, even more if it is planned to be abroad, but if you opt for an elopement in Italy, things could be easier: of course this does not mean your wedding will be a B-wedding!
There are several good reasons to choose an elopement instead of a big affair and we will discuss about them in a future post.
Now let’s focus on practical advice to arrange the perfect elopement in Italy
Tip #1
First of all you must consider which kind of ceremony you are looking for: do you want to legally get married or not? In case of a religiouos or civil wedding, all legal paperworks required by the Italian law according to your nationality must be sorted out: you’ll find useful info here.
Much more stress-free is choosing the symbolic ceremony: an intimate and completely tailor made celebration without any kind of official document to be provided. A professional wedding celebrant will help you find the right formula for you.
Tip #2
When choosing the dream place to elope, try to imagine yourself there: do you feel at your ease on a romantic beach or prefer an historic backdrop? Are you a wild soul or a classy bride? Italy offers so many amazing locations with different features that you will be spoilt for choice! My suggestion is to close your eyes and let the feelings flow. You’ll find some ideas here.
Tip #3
Set the date of the wedding finding a time when you can arrange a dreamy honeymoon: at least two weeks would be perfect! One of the main reason why couples choose to elope is to avoid spending money in big parties and use the budget to plan an unforgettable journey.
Tip #4
Asking a local planner to help you with the organization will allow you to get the best from your elopement: she will manage all legal requirements – if needed – and find the best vendors in the area, which is very important and I’ll tell you why.
Tip #5
Having chosen to elope allows you to focus on details a lot: select one top photographer and videographer which vision and style are really close to you. They will capture every single moment of the day concentrating on you both – there are no guests, or only a few, so the attention is drawn on bride and groom themselves and as a couple. The result will be an amazing photoshoot covering the getting ready, the ceremony and all that follows with a special care.
Tip #6
Because of the key role of the photographer, it would be lovely to bring some personal items like jewels, family ornaments and all things that are important to you and mean something special. This will add a romantic and memorable touch to your photos.
Tip #7
Organize a creative or unconventional schedule for the post-ceremony time: something funny or poetic that will let your faces smile and your souls dream. The perfect setting for the shoot!
Tip #8
At the end of the day, make a gift to yourself: book a gourmet dinner for two in a starred-chef restaurant, you deserve it! Enjoy the best Italian atmosphere and taste delicious food: a delightful gastronomic experience, what else?
