RACHAEL_AND_PAUL | Paris Elopement Pack

Rachael & Paul

ELEGANT EIFFEL TOWER WINTER VOWS

WINTER ELOPEMENT
DECEMBER 2023

THE EIFFEL SET

Rachael and Paul, a couple deeply in love from Brisbane, Australia, decided to skip the traditional wedding ceremony and plan a romantic elopement adventure in the city of love, Paris. They both are adventurous and love camping and going on runs together.

The problem? It is very hard to make a big wedding look beautiful end effortless. They mostly look rushed and rarely elegant. Rachael wanted a truly elegant wedding, where everyhing is perfect.

The solution! Rachael and Paul decided to elope with Paris Elopement Package and invest in their outfits and trip.

"We'd rather invest the time and money into an amazing holiday. The stress (and cost) of a big wedding doesn't appeal to us. Our decision to elope in Paris was about cherishing the intimacy of our love and creating a memory that's truly about us." - Rachael

As a Paris elopement planner, I had the pleasure of curating a timeless and elegant elopement experience for Rachael and Paul. Their vision was clear - an intimate ceremony at the iconic Eiffel Tower, with a focus on sophistication, romance, and meticulous attention to detail.

PLANNING

Here's a glimpse into how the elopement package planning process for Rachael and Paul:

Rachael and Paul locked in a date for their Paris elopement and sent a deposit
They scoped out the perfect hotel that vibed with their style and didn't break the budget, then booked flights
Rachael and Paul went outfit shopping and got their perfect accessories
Alterations for both dress and suit
With the big stuff locked in, Rachael and Paul thought about their trip and places to visit in Paris
Two weeks before the big day, Rachael and Paul added their personal touch to the ceremony, writing vows

Rachael envisioned a classic and timeless look. She selected a gorgeous white dress that exuded sophistication, paired with delicate accessories. Here is a shopping she did during her elopement planning:

After alterations the dress is perfect

Bridal acessories

HERE COMES THE BRIDE

Hair and makeup included in our package

Rachael created a timeless look for her Paris elopement. Choosing a stunning white dress, she embraced sophistication in every detail. The gown, carefully selected to highlight her style, featured a unique design with one leg showing. Rachael paired this sexy gown with delicate accessories: white heels and pink feather coat.
Her hair was all sleek and chic in a bun, adding a touch of glam. Makeup and hair is included in the package. A sleek bun, styled by Yana with love and care, and a natural but sexy makeup.

December is a winter month and the weather is cold. You can read here more about the weather in Paris. Now, Rachael didn't stop at just a white dress, she threw in a pop of color with a pink feather coat. Yep, you heard it right - feathers! Her whole look was like a blend of classic elegance with sexy.

Rachael captured during the sunrise golden hour

THE GROOM

Classic black tux

Paul, being the handsome groom, totally rocked his black tux. The two of them together? A match made in style heaven. Against the Eiffel Tower, they weren't just saying "I do," they were saying it with serious flair.

THE CEREMONY

Eiffel Tower by the river

So, imagine Rachael and Paul, right? They're standing there, and the Eiffel Tower is like this awesome giant in the background. They start saying their own sweet promises to each other, with the river Seine making these chill sounds and city lights doing their twinkling thing. The whole scene is straight out of a movie. Super romantic and just perfect!

TIMELINE OF THE DAY

Here is a timeline we planned 2 days before the elopement:

6-8 AM - BRIDAL HAIR AND MAKEUP

8:30 AM - CALLING FOR AN UBER

8:55 AM - MEETING THE OFFICIANT AND PHOTOGRAPHER AT THE EIFFEL TOWER

9 AM - THE CEREMONY AND CHAMPAGNE

9:30-11 AM - PARIS PICTURES

11 AM - CALLING FOR AN UBER TO DRIVE BACK

December in Paris is chilly with average temperatures ranging from 3 to 8 degrees Celsius (37 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit). Expect cold! It's winter, so pack warm layers and maybe an umbrella just in case!

THE PHOTOSHOOT WE DID
FOR RACHAEL AND PAUL:

HOW TO PLAN THE SAME
EXPERIENCE AS RACHAEL AND PAUL DID?

Rachael and Paul wanted their photos to be perfect. And outfits play a huge role. To have beautiful photos from the wedding day, outfits should be perfect too. And Rachael, as a smart bride, understood that. Here is what she did to safely travel with her wedding dress and Paul's tux:

1. Rachael chose appropriate travel garment bags. She went to Amazong and selected a high-quality, breathable garment bags for both the wedding dress and suit. Garment bags with padding or internal support help protect the delicate fabrics and prevent wrinkles:

2. Rachael packed carefully. For the wedding dress, she stuffed the bodice and sleeves with tissue paper, ensuring it maintained its shape. She laid the dress flat in the garment bag, folding the train to fit snugly within.
As for the suit, she placed it on a hanger and carefully enclosed it in a suit bag. Tissue paper was used as well to minimize creases.

3. Rachael embraced the carry-on strategy. She insisted on carrying the wedding dress and suit as carry-on items. This strategic decision significantly reduced the risk of damage or loss during transit.

Rachael promised that if you follow her instructions, your dress, acessories and suit will look perfect too, like hers did:

Beautiful Rachael

Accessories that successfully survived the long trip to Paris