Planning a personal elopement that resonates with you as a couple

We work a lot of elopements, and one trend I've been seeing from some of my couples is their decision to get ready for the wedding/elopement TOGETHER. It's non-traditional and not for everyone, yes, but on a day that is about cultivating your love and your story, I think it's an extremely sweet and intimate way to start off your wedding day. Firm supporter of our couples doing whatever feels authentic to THEM!! ❤️

Traditionally, brides and grooms get ready separately, with their respective entourage of bridesmaids and groomsmen, maintaining the element of surprise until the bride walks down the aisle. However, an increasing number of couples are embracing the idea of spending the morning together, helping each other get dressed, and sharing in the excitement of the day.

The decision to get ready together can be a powerful way to cultivate the love and connection that the wedding day represents. By choosing to spend those precious moments together, couples can create a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere, easing the nerves that often accompany the big day. It also provides the opportunity to create lasting memories, as you share in the laughter, anticipation, and joy of preparing for your lifetime commitment to one another.

As you plan your special day, remember to prioritize the experiences and moments that will truly resonate with you as a couple, creating a wedding that is uniquely your own!


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Florist: @roobarbstudio

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Bridal Salon: @lovelybride @lovelybridela

Gown designers: @alexandragrecco @scoutbridal

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Cake: @auntccscookiesandsweets

Emily Wright

Emily Wright is the founder and CEO of Emily Lynn & Co., one of Los Angeles' top-rated on-site bridal hair and makeup teams. With over 13 years in the beauty industry — from the salon chair to Hollywood red carpets, Emmy-nominated television sets, and some of Southern California's most iconic wedding venues. Emily has built a reputation for effortless, natural beauty that lets every client feel like themselves.

Under her leadership, Emily Lynn & Co. has grown from a one-woman operation into a multimillion-dollar brand with a carefully vetted team of talented artists, thousands of five-star reviews, and over 75 features in national publications including Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, ELLE, People Magazine, the LA Times, and The Knot. Emily's approach to bridal beauty is rooted in a less-is-more philosophy. Glowing airbrush makeup, romantic and modern hairstyling, and a deep commitment to inclusivity across every skin tone, hair texture, and background.

Beyond the makeup chair, Emily is a brand strategist and industry leader who has developed proprietary client experience systems and sales frameworks that consistently outperform industry benchmarks. She's passionate about building a company culture that leads with kindness, celebrates individualism, and makes every bride feel welcomed and empowered from the very first inquiry.

When she's not behind the chair or behind the scenes scaling her business, Emily shares expert bridal beauty tips, real wedding features, and industry insights right here on the blog.

https://www.emilylynnandcompany.com/
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