Elope in Glamour

Just like there are many ways to tie a knot, there are many ways to celebrate a wedding. There are plenty of couples who crave the big traditional wedding surrounded by friends and family and I’m all for it. But, there are also plenty who want to kick off convention, and go do something completely different. It’s for those kind of people that the Elope in Glamour concept has been developed, providing an alternative wedding option that ticks all boxes without boxing them in.

From speaking with people and various enquiries it became increasingly clear that people wanted ‘simple’ and ‘fun’ and there were many reasons behind this. Money was a huge factor and fair enough considering recent times. People are finding things tighter but it made me sad to think that people felt that they must sacrifice the celebration of their love because of the economic climate. Others just wanted to simplify the occasion, have it about ‘them’ and remove the stress related to organising a big family event. Then there were couples that had children already and wanted to finally marry but have their kids involved. Others had been married for years and wanted to renew vows in a casual holiday atmosphere.

So from all these conversations and thoughts, I came up with the Elope in Glamour concept. If people wanted a simpler alternative to co-ordinating two whole sets of families and friends and funding their enjoyment, I wanted to offer it to them.

I won't deny where I lived had alot to do with this too. Being a resident of Lanzarote, Spain, for a few years, I wanted to share how much the island has to offer outside of 5 star hotels and reception centres. There is so much beauty in the island’s starkness. It has an unrivalled landscape, character and energy, so why not incorporate this uniqueness into a wedding day with all the freedom that a party of two offers.

So what is the Elope in Glamour concept, exactly, you’re probably wondering. Well, a day where from start to finish there are no formalities, rituals or rules. Ceremonies can be held amidst volcanic lava flow, on sandy beaches, in gardens, restaurants, on yachts, cliff tops, in fincas or private villas. Locations are sourced specifically for each couple based on their passions and priorities. Maybe they’ve been coming to Lanzarote for years and have particular spots, villas, restaurants, tourist attractions that hold special memories (first meal, that first kiss.) Maybe one’s a wine buff, a kitesurfer, bird watcher or the bride has always wanted to cruise on a yacht. Each part of the day is discussed so that these elements are brought in.

It’s a ‘marry like a movie star’ type concept where couples swap the stress of a big event for the fun of organising a romantic wedding moon. The two partners or their small group can celebrate the union anywhere on the Island of Lanzarote. We literally treat the island as a huge playground and allow the bride and groom play as much as they like! For example, they can go from taking vows on a sandy beach to snorkelling or cruising the coastline on a yacht - and then whip their finery back on for a romantic meal in the evening. If the bride has to have her hair and make-up done again – why not.

Nothing is compromised because the wedding day is on a smaller scale. They’ll still feel as glamorous, with hair and makeup artists at the ready before the ceremony. And, just like movie stars, have a private driver and photographer throughout the day to capture each event as it unfolds so that all the fun, scenery and emotions are diarised for family back home.

For anyone looking for an option that’s small but perfectly formed, Elope in Glamour is going to make sure you do it YOUR WAY. I hope that I’ve solved a problem for a lot of people out there with this concept. The options are endless and Lanzarote is the perfect island platform.

Weddings to Envy is a wedding planning company based in Lanzarote, Spain. We hope to share some inspiration, ideas and information that you hopefully find useful. We love Lanzarote and want to impart some general info about the amazing Island and how its uniqueness, starkness, sun and quirkiness can add to your wedding experience. For more information www.weddingstoenvy.com