More and more couples are considering the idea of a small intimate wedding in Nairobi as opposed to the grandeur of a wedding with upwards of 300 guests. Considering that your wedding day should be more about you and your partner, you can decide to throw the rules away and have your wedding your way! But first, what is elopement? This is typically when you and your partner decide to get married with only parents and siblings in attendance. Sometimes, there’s no one but the officiant and couple getting married. Therefore, how do you dress as a bride for such a wedding? A few factors have to be taken into consideration;
How are you eloping?
In other words, what will be your situation as you elope? Will you be mostly seated, standing, biking, hiking? As you choose a wedding dress, plan for one where you will be the most comfortable during the ceremony. Comfort is key depending on where you will be having your elopement. Ensure you have comfortable shoes and a dress that is fitting for the environment as you have your ceremony. For example, if your elopement starts at the Registrar of Marriages at Sheria House in Nairobi, ensure your wedding dress is not so cumbersome to walk and move in. You can opt for tea-length gowns or jumpsuits which ensure you are moving around with ease.
Where are you eloping from?
Some couples choose to elope from different places in the world. Maybe the rules of marriage are more friendly there, or they just decided to make things official sooner than they thought they would and decided to get married suddenly. Some couples will decide to elope indoors like at the Registrar of Marriages at Sheria House in Nairobi, others will elope in an outdoorsy area and that’s OK too. You need to consider the time and weather as you choose your wedding dress. For example, an afternoon elopement in the hot season at the beach may need you to consider a certain wedding dress style that allows you to be super comfortable, shoes if any and lots of sunscreen :).
What colours do you love?
With an elopement, the good news is you do not have to buy a white or ivory wedding gown in Nairobi, Kenya. You can put on any colour that suits you. After all, it’s your wedding day, and with an elopement, you make the rules!
In order to make an elopement work for you, there’s not much you need, just a free spirit and bravery to make your own rules as you marry the love of your life.