Is throwing a huge wedding not exactly your thing" Maybe you and your partner are particularly adventurous. Or maybe you’re more concerned with saving money for a house than spending it on a wedding. Whatever the reason is, if planning a big wedding gives you a sense of anxiety, then you and your partner might want to consider eloping. But while saying “I do” with the just the two of you is a simpler option, it does come with its own set of considerations and concerns. So if you’re thinking of getting hitched on the sly, these are the top do’s and don’ts of eloping to pay attention to.
Do Prepare Yourself for Friends and Family to Get Upset
Despite the best of intentions and reasons you might have for eloping, be prepared for some of your closest friends and family not totally understanding why you’re doing it. In fact, some of them might not even like it. Just know that not everyone will support your decision, and that’s OK. They’re entitled to their opinions?but they’re not entitled to telling you what to do or how to live your life, even if they are your parents. Communicate your reasons in a sensitive way, and if they still refuse to see your side of it, then just understand that it’s out of your hands. Don’t Tell Your Loved Ones at the Last Minute or After the Fact

If possible, inform your closest loved ones about your intention to elope as soon as you’ve decided that’s what you&...