Planning Resources for ELOPEMENTS & MICRO WEDDINGS
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Planning Guides
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What is an elopement?
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10 Benefits Of Eloping
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How Much Does An Elopement Cost?
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Commitment Ceremonies
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How To Plan An Elopement
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Colorado Elopement Planning Guide
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Elopement Ideas & Activities
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Post-Elopement Party Ideas
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Real Elopement Timelines
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Elopement Videography
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Questions To Ask Photographers
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Marriage License & Self Solemnization
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Best Elopement Wedding Dresses
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Elopement First Look Guide
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Complete Elopement Checklist
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Colorado Location Guides
Looking for where to get married in Colorado? Here are some guides to help you get started. If you’re inviting 15+ guests, you’ll want to book a small wedding venue or VRBO.
Elopement Locations
best places for elopements with no guests or very few (0-15)
Small Wedding Venues
small Venues for micro weddings with guests (15+ guests)
VRBO & AirBnB Options
vacation rental options for small weddings or elopements
colorado location guides
If you’re eloping with just the two of your or less than ~15 guests, you don’t have to find a specific location right now. Hiring a local elopement photographer (hi, us!) is the best way to get instant access to the best hidden gem spots you won’t find in any online guide (and save you tons of time). However, it can be helpful to browse through the different areas of Colorado to see what you’re most drawn to. Check those out below!
Summit County
Crested Butte
Rocky Mountain NP
Boulder
Aspen
Great Sand Dunes
San Juan Mountains
Vail
Buena Vista
Colorado Springs
Maroon Bells
Other Destinations
Though we are based in Colorado and solely photograph elopements there from July through October, we occasionally travel to California and other destinations during November to June! We spend early June every year in Yosemite, one of our favorite places in the US. Here are some destinations to check out:
Best Places In The US
ultimate guide of the best places to elope in the united states
Yosemite National Park
how and where to get married in yosemite national park
Big Sur, California
guide to planning a big sur wedding or elopement in california
Proposals & Engagements
Planning guide
Best Places To Propose In Colorado
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Colorado Engagement Photos
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What To Wear For Engagement Photos
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Fun Date Night Ideas In Denver
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RMNP Engagement Photos Guide
Planning guide
Dream Lake Engagement Photos
Savannah & Greg – the team behind authentic collective
Meet AUTHENTIC COLLECTIVE
We’re a husband and wife team specializing in elopement photography and videography in Colorado. We believe eloping is the best way to get married, so much so that we did it ourselves! We know it can feel overwhelming not knowing where to start, which is why we help couples set a date, pick a location, make a timeline, etc!
We know how important it is to vibe well with your photographers- it’s important to us too.
Submit the contact form for a free consultation! We’ll set up a time to connect over the phone or video chat and get to know each other.
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