A Timeless Vintage-Inspired Adventure Elopement

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Excited groom looks towards his bride during their sunset elopement on the open road in their travel van.

Annie & Damon always dreamed of an off-the-beaten-path intimate vintage elopement with very little planning. They weren’t the typical couple to get all dressed up, spend hundreds of dollars on outfits, a lavish venue, or decor. They always pictured their elopement as simple with a vintage vibe and aesthetic. Something where they could just show up with their van, say their vows, and take in the moment of their wedding day in pure bliss. With this idea in mind, they wanted the open road and to let the adventure of their elopement unfold naturally.

Wooden vow books, engagement rings, and a vintage bouquet sit in the light of the sun in a vintage bus.
Close-up of a vintage bridal bouquet and wedding rings on top of vow books.
His and Hers Vow books sit alongside a bridal bouquet in the window of a VW van.

Refining the Details

When it came to the details of their elopement, they wanted to keep things minimal while keeping vintage aesthetics alive. They chose wooden vow books with their wedding date from Kalin Design Co. (send her a private message if you’re interested in the books) and a beautiful neutral-colored bohemian bouquet from a local shop with a small pop of color. Within their vow books stood all their private hopes and dreams for their future. The wooden covers were the perfect way for protection, keeping them safe from wear and tear over time while also sticking to the desert theme of their location. The bouquet was perfectly small enough that the bride could dry them out and make keepsakes out of it later. Everything was kept simple, with nothing overbearing their special day.

Vintage bride hanging out of her camper van elopement.
Groom holding bride's hand as they walk and him gazing back at her.
Groom holds up bride as they almost kiss during the epic sunset of their vintage elopement day.

Fit Check

For outfits, retro yet timeless pieces were the name of the game with looks that laid-back and yet still nostalgic. The groom chose simplicity with a button-up white top and tan pants, while the bride opted for more of a statement with a short lace dress bringing vintage vibes to life. She also added a large white satin bow in her hair for a bit of charm. To finish it all off, sunglasses were, of course, a must for the vibe of the day. Totally laid-back, fun and carefree!

The Timeline of the Evening

Annie & Damon wanted everything short & sweet without any rushing throughout their day. But they also wanted to make sure they could fully be present with one another. The goal was to aim for sunset just before saying their vows so they had plenty of time beforehand to relax, chill and be free in their van a little beforehand.

5:30 PM – Meet up, prep the van, finish writing vows

6 PM – Take a few photos in van before ceremony

6:15 PM – Private vows are exchanged

6:30 PM – Detail shots of bouquet, rings, vow books

6:45 PM – Frolic and run around enjoying the evening as one, officially newlyweds!!

7:45 PM – Prime sunset time

8 PM – Blue Hour photos start

8:30 PM – Drive off to start the next chapter of their forever.

Annie & Damon’s vision for a laid-back but timeless vintage elopement was nothing short of unforgettable. It’s not everyday that couples own and get married using their camper van. It was truly a night none of us will forget.

If you’re looking to embrace a low-key adventurous elopement stylized perfectly for you and your partner, I’d be happy to assist in crafting your dream wedding day! Reach out and let’s connect 🙂

Couple bring their heads together inside their van and smile before saying their vows to one another.
Couple kiss inside their camper van before their vintage elopement starts.
Newlyweds kiss and celebrate throwing hand in the air with bridal bouquet against their VW travel van.
Bride and groom cuddle and lean against against their brown van.
Close-up of bride and groom smiling and almost kiss.
Bride and groom start saying their vows in front of their van and scenic landscape.
Couple laugh while vows are being exchanged in front of brown VW van.
Close-up of groom holding bride's hand as he rubs her ring finger with the engagement ring.
Groom smiles at bride while he reads his vows aloud.
Close-up of couple holding hands while holding their vow books.
Close-up of His and Hers wooden vow books.
Bride holds her vintage bouquet outside car window as they celebrate their elopement.
Close-up of bride's face as she looks out on the scenic landscape in her car after eloping.
Close-up of bridal bouquet as couple look at one another inside their van.
Bride smiles at groom inside their traveling van.
Vintage bride and groom gaze at one another inside their travel van after saying their vows.
Laid-back elopement couple sit inside their van as it basks in the scenic landscape around it.
Bride and groom go head-to-head outside their van as seen through the van's window with the bouquet in the foreground.
Bride and groom dance outside van window in goregous scenery.
Couple look at one another after dancing outside their van after saying their vows.
Couple walk hand in hand down the road of their vintage elopement.
Bride and groom bump hips as they celebrate their wedding day walking down the road.
Couple celebrate their elopement day as they walk holding hands in the road of a scenic location.
Groom holds bride's hand as they walk together down the road.
Close-up of bride as she gazes at the groom while holding hands during sunset.
Couple sit outside of VW van after their vintage elopement.
Groom holds bride's hips as they sit in front of their travel van during golden hour.
Groom bear hugs bride in front of their vintage van along the side of a road.
Couple embrace on the side of the road after their sunset elopement.
Groom tickles bride in front of their brown van along the roadside.
Groom lifts and spins his bride with their brown van behind them after their vintage elopement ceremony.
Bride and groom kiss in front of their travel van during sunset.
Newlyweds dance along the side of the road during sunset with their brown VW van behind them.
Bride and groom stun posing in front of their camper van during their vintage elopement.
Bride grabs grooms hand as he pulls her in close.
Bride kisses the groom in front of their van as the sun sets.
Elopement couple go forehead to forehead against their van during golden hour.
Couple eloping gaze at one another among stunning scenery during sunset.
Bride leans back onto groom against their brown van in the evening light.
Bride and groom run to one another among beautiful scenery during the evening light.
Bride jumps into groom's arms during sunset after they say 'I do'.
Close-up of couple kissing after their vintage elopement with the sunset shining behind them.
Bride and groom look hand in hand at each other in front of their brown VW van.
Couple kiss in front of their camper van during blue hour.
Bride and groom's legs as they get close with the bouquet in hand.
Close-up of the bridal bouquet in focus while couple kiss in the back with their VW travel van.

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