Matt & Janessa, the co-founders of Simply Eloped, watched friend after friend have disastrous or overly priced weddings. From family members fainting at outdoor summer ceremonies to having to take out loans to cover the high cost of their large weddings, witnessing their friends go through the gamut of wedding woes led them to ask the question “Is there a better alternative?”. Thus, the two embarked upon the inception of Simply Eloped and two weeks after launch they had their first customer.
The elopement planning company grew quickly from there. To date, Simply Eloped has planned over 10,000 elopements in 35+ destinations around the US. Janessa now runs the company as sole CEO with an amazing team – all of whom are passionate about elopements. Together, they treat each couple and ceremony as though they’re planning their best friends wedding. United by strong values and an awareness that with each elopement they’re bringing a piece of happiness to the world, the whole team feels honored with the trust each couple places in choosing Simply Eloped to be a part of their big day.
We are big believers that your big day should be about...YOU! The moment of your elopement ceremony is about the love between you and your honey & the commitment you're both making to each other. Everything we do - from elopement planning to the day of - is focused purely on that.
We are an all-welcoming company, meaning no matter what your background, beliefs, or practices - we welcome you to have the best day of your life! Compassion (and empathy) is how we approach our eloping couples, vendors, and team. Leading with the mindful decision to see the other for who and where they are is so, so important to us.
Let's be real - every elopement ceremony is unique. For better or worse, variables like weather, current events, or global pandemics can drastically change your original plans. We have seen it all and are flexible, adaptable, and always there for you in the face of unexpected changes!
Watch Simply Eloped Co-Founder Janessa White, answer commonly asked questions about modern-day elopements. She’ll dish on-the-top tips to help make your eloping ceremony extra special and all the more memorable.
We’re elopement planning experts! We’ve helped coordinate over 6500 unique elopements nationwide.
Whether you want your elopement ceremony at one of our 263 unique venues or want to elope at a custom venue of your choice, we’ll bring our best-in-class services to you, wherever you choose to wed.
We offer expert support, a wide range of services, and runaway wedding packages to help make your big day shine.
Here at Simply Eloped, we aim to be disruptors of the traditional wedding industry and societal pressures that push big and expensive weddings.
We believe one size does not fit all and we think small intimate ceremonies have the power to be all the more meaningful & profound.
We believe that if couples choose to elope, they can truly have a magical wedding day without breaking the bank. We’re here to help make your elopement dreams a reality.
An elopement package is a bundle of services that help you elope and officially tie the knot, with one convenient price tag.
Elopement packages offer the very basics (like an officiant) but can add a variety of services, such as a photographer, a musician, flowers, or videography.
Rather than having to find all the vendors yourself, our elopement packages are designed to do the heavy lifting for you, providing a professional, high-quality team for your big day.
Big Sur has the most majestic landscapes on the west coast. You can’t beat the ocean, cliff, & redwood views all in one drive along highway 1!
Carmel River Beach is amazing for ocean backdrops & Glen Oaks Big Sur has charming cabins under the redwoods which offers an amazing setting in the forest!
I’m a wine nerd.
I have traveled to many of Simply Eloped destinations, and no place has put me more in awe than Colorado. Colorado is so special to me because the landscapes are so grand and various, all changing beautifully throughout the seasons. I truly think Colorado’s aesthetic can suit any couple’s dream location!
I shot my first wedding as a sophomore in high school with a camera that was gifted to me! I haven’t stopped shooting couples since 🙂
I don’t think there’s anywhere in the world that feels so wild, while being so accessible. It’s also pretty incredible that you can get married the day after a snowstorm and it’ll be 40 and sunny!
Early morning elopement, fog is covering Lake Tahoe, and the island in Emerald Bay is poking out of the clouds. Epic.
The Aloha, of course!
A backdrop of several whales breaching during the “I Do!” moment.
Makena Cove in the morning!
New Orleans is so laid back and truly does have such a “big easy” feel to it. Something about standing under hanging spanish moss while the sun shines through makes you feel like you’re in a southern dream. Everyone here is so quick to tell you congratulations as they walk by, and will often buy you a drink!
I also own and operate a wedding and event decor business so I’m pretty much always surrounded by weddings, families and love!
NYC is one of the world’s most exciting cities! There are innumerable options for eloping, from Central Park to the Brooklyn Bridge to an elegant hotel in midtown. Photo opportunities are epic!
I can’t pick one! A sunrise ceremony in Central Park, the Top of the Rock, in front of the Rockefeller Christmas tree, Coney Island, the steps of the NY Public Library or Grand Central Station… all are outstanding!
The historic charm, being the oldest city in the United States, and our 42 miles of romantic beaches, charming hotels & B & B’s.
St Augustine Beach in particular Vilano Beach by the stunning jettie rocks. It’s called Porpoise Point.
Washington is full of beautiful, jaw-dropping scenery- making it the perfect location to say your vows and get married. With hundreds of trails, three national parks, multiple national forests & state parks, there are countless places to have your elopement. From cascading waterfalls, mossy rainforests, rugged coastal beaches, pristine alpine lakes, and endless mountain ranges, there is truly a place for everyone to enjoy.
It’s so hard for me to choose just one, but if I had to pick it would be the North Cascades & Mount Baker Wilderness!
We're looking for smart, driven individuals who are ready to dream up new ideas with our team. Email us at team@simplyeloped.com for available opportunities.
Our team of elopement experts have planned thousands of perfect weddings for couples just like you. Our personal elopement planners help plan every elopement like it’s their best friend’s wedding. Our goal is to make your special day perfect, worry-free and affordable.
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