Though many little girls (and some little boys!) dream of their wedding days?and what the groom, dress, cake, and flowers will look like?others may not have traditional bridal aspirations. If the thought of planning for a year and spending the average $26,000 for your wedding doesn’t appeal to you, then maybe you and your future spouse should consider elopement. Here are seven questions for you and your partner to think about before heading down to the courthouse or packing your bags for Tahiti.
1. How much money are you willing to spend on your wedding"
It?s no secret that weddings are pricey. With the average total wedding cost continually on the rise, an elopement is a great money-saving alternative for brides and grooms. Choosing an elopement will typically mean saving on food, drinks, DJs, and the venue rental, which can add up to thousands of dollars. If all you want to do at the end of the day is get married without any fuss, eloping might be the best choice for you. 2. Where do you want to get married"
Weddings can not only get expensive for brides, grooms, and their families, but it can also get costly for those who want to attend your wedding, especially if it?s out of town. This may make you feel some pressure to have the wedding where the majority of the guests live, which can feel a little limiting. If you have always envisioned getting married on Miami Beach, on top of a glacier in Alaska, or underneath the Eiffel Tower, then eloping could be ...