Mariela and Alex Eloped to Paris with Four Friends
Are you thinking of opting out of a classic wedding? Are you planning for a Paris elopement? If you answered, Yes, then your wedding will resemble our next couple, Mariela and Alex. This adventurous couple met online and went on an exceptional first date together - they went to see a comedy show. They laughed about the same jokes and quickly realized that they had found someone special in each other. So they kept dating and quickly fell in love.
Alex proposed to Mariela when she came back from visiting her family. He picked her up at the airport and drove her to David's Island in Rochelle, New York, for a little walk. While there, he went down on one knee and popped the question.
The couple had always dreamed of visiting Paris. The city is known for it's romantic vibe, and decided to get married during their trip to Paris. Are you feeling the romance yet? Please keeping reading. The Paris Officiant continues their wedding day love story and shares inside details on how much a Paris elopement costs.
The couple arrived separately
On their wedding day they arrived separately at the Eiffel Tower to have their first look there at sunrise. At the foot of the Eiffel Tower they enjoyed an intimate moment just the two of them and their 4 closest friends to exchange vows and celebrate their love. The ceremony was followed by a photos shoot in Paris and a stop a at romantic Parisian cafe. You can see their entire wedding day in the full gallery here.The Paris Photographer Pierre Torset captured their sunrise wedding ceremony and romantic cafe photos.
How Much Does A Paris Elopement Cost?
Mariela and Alex's Paris elopement cost them four thousand dollars for the photographer, ceremony, florals and hair and makeup. Wedding outfits will vary depending on your budget and you should travel around after the actual ceremony to experience the city of love.
Photo: $2500
Ceremony: $700
Florals: $200
Makeup/Hair: $600
Wedding Dress and Groom Suit: Around $3000
Trip/ Stay in Paris: Can vary
Please take into consideration that rates fluctuate depending on season.
The Paris Officiant will help you plan your elopement and ensure that all the details are Très bien. She is able to officiant your wedding all over the city of love like the Luxembourg Gardens below.
- Officiants: The Paris Officiant
- Photographers: Paris Photographer Pierre Torset