Not everyone dreams of a big wedding. Whether it’s avoiding the ever-growing cost of hosting a wedding or preferring a no-pressure ceremony, some couples would rather go the elopement route. For some, an intimate ceremony officiated by a justice of the peace at the courthouse (or maybe a quickie wedding in Vegas with an Elvis impersonator) is simply enough. One of the joys of having a larger ceremony, however, is inviting all of your friends and family to join in on the celebration. So if you choose to elope, does it really mean that you can’t invite anyone" If you’re thinking about an elopement, here are a few things to consider before you start doling out invitations.
Keep the Guest List Small

Although the old-school way to elope is to head off somewhere in secrecy and roll back into town sporting a wedding ring, many modern couples who elope will invite a few friends or their parents and siblings to come to the ceremony. It’s absolutely okay if you want to invite a select crowd to attend your wedding?especially if you’re choosing to get married in a tropical location or another beautiful destination that you’d like to share with your closest friends and family. In fact, many couples will elect to have their wedding be the kick-off to a vacation with the whole crew. However, if you do decide to invite people to your wedding, it’s best to keep it small. Remember the reason why you are likely choosing to elope: you want the c...