Southern California has all the warm sandy beaches for your ceremony and trendy postnuptial drinks spots you could want…BUT that’s just the tippity top of the (desert) iceberg! You’ll also find: sand dunes, slot canyons, islands, and stargazing! SoCal has so much to offer the couples that want to venture off the beaten path and the couples simply want to venture to a quiet spot to catch the sunset.

You already have some of the pieces for your elopement: the love of your partner, the bravery to do something different for your wedding day, and the desire to create memories, not just photographs. The next step is picking a location. A great place to start is by simply imagining your wedding day. Is there an ocean breeze, the sounds of waterfalls, or the smell of juniper? Are you dusty from dancing in desert sands or are you wet from skipping rocks into the ocean waves? If any of these ring true for you then Southern California could be the perfect place for your elopement.

Here, let me show you a few spots!

For K + A’s engagement photos we kicked things off at this modern bar that oozed charm and served some of the prettiest cocktails. In between sips I learned of how they met (an office love story!!), memorable dates (click to open below), the proposal and their sweet pup Lola (click to open below)!

T + S’s elopement was an L.A. dream come true! Bright and early in the magic of a spring sunrise, this couple said “I do” on a sandy canvas with the Pacific as their backdrop. It was like the beach itself gave a standing ovation. But here’s the twist – it wasn’t just a ceremony; it was a full-on beach picnic extravaganza! Think fluffy blankets, mimosas, and avocado toast, all while seagulls provided the soundtrack. They didn’t just exchange rings; they exchanged bites of sweets too. The sun painted the sky in all shades of “happy” as they danced on the shore and laughed like they owned the beach. From vows to views to bites, this LA elopement was a love-fueled adventure that beach dreams are made of.

I’m sitting here, trying to put into words the incredible honor it is to be invited into people’s most intimate moments, and let me tell you, it’s no easy task. But hey, I’m going to give it my best shot!

I had an absolute blast celebrating the union of M + B. These two are something else – the kind of couple that makes you believe in love a little bit more.

What you choose to wear on your wedding day is an expression of who you are and you should feel like the best version of yourself in it. No matter how particular your personal style is there is a dress, suit, or jumpsuit for you! If anything, the real trouble lies in narrowing down all the options out there. Lemme help you out before you even need to cross that bridge! 

The three things you should prioritize when looking for your wedding attire are: style, comfortability, and functionally (and budget as an honorary 4th thing). Let’s chat about all of the different places you can purchase wedding dresses, suits, and jumpsuits. Then we can get into the nitty gritty of fabrics, silhouettes, accessorizing, and everything between!

In the heart of winter, amid the charming allure of New Orleans, Louisiana, a couple decided to embark on a daring and romantic adventure—their own elopement. This is the captivating tale of Z and M, two kindred souls who chose to exchange vows and celebrate their love at the enchanting wedding venue of Race and Religious.

The surprise proposal for S at Eden Gardens State Park was an absolute dream! Ever since I met S during spring kickball, we became fast friends, and when G asked me to photograph their proposal, it was a no-brainer!

You know you want to elope, but the biggest question on your mind is “where”? Well luckily, I’m one step ahead of you! It’s that time of year again, where I spend countless hours scouring the world (world wide web) for the dreamiest elopement destinations. Through my research and experiences I realized there is truly no bad time of year to elope, so I set out to find a unique location for every month. Whether you want to escape or embrace the snow, swim or eat all day, escape or be in the thick of things — I’ve found a little something for everyone. Fingers crossed you’ll find a place that matches your elopement vibe or inspires new possibilities for your wedding day!

Oh my, where to start! D and C’s destination wedding in Rosemary Beach along 30-A was a dream come true for these two who had known each other since middle school. Their story has taken them on many adventures, from attending a Sam Hunt concert in Chicago to exploring the vibrant landscapes of Mexico, but their wedding has been the most incredible one. All starting with D’s proposal to C.

F just pulled off the ultimate swoon-worthy move! Picture this: F and V, after getting their pups out of the truck, stroll into the nature trail with their adorable new fur ball (who V had gone to pick up that week in New York), all excited for their photoshoot to showcase the newest addition to their family. Little did V know, F had a sneaky plan up his sleeve. As they stood back to back with the pups, Forest dropped down on one knee and popped the big question! Cue the happy tears and the “OMG, is this for real?!” expressions. After the “yes” and a gazillion happy hugs and kisses, we headed to the beach just as the sky was turning that magical shades of blues, pinks and oranges. Running around hand in hand, we celebrated against the backdrop of the ocean and the sky before they headed off to dinner with friends that were awaiting to congratulate them!