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When Kai and Kristi reached out to us about photographing their 25-year vow renewal in Scotland, we knew it was going to be special. They’d travelled all the way from Lake Michigan with their three kids and three parents to celebrate a quarter-century of marriage in the Scottish Highlands. No pressure then. Oooh… quick one. […]

Whether you’ve been dreaming about your wedding dress since you were wee or you’ve just started a Pinterest board last week, picking your hiking elopement dress is one of the most exciting parts of planning your day. Nerve-wracking. A bit overwhelming. But mostly brilliant. If you’re planning a hiking elopement in Scotland (or anywhere else […]

Why Scotland is the Most Romantic Place to Elope in 2026 Scotland has a way of capturing people long before they ever set foot here. Maybe it’s the castles that have stood for centuries, or the Highlands that feel like they were carved for love stories. Maybe it’s Outlander, Braveheart or even Harry Potter that […]

Yes, you can elope at Outlander’s Lallybroch If you’re an Outlander fan, you’ve probably imagined walking through the archway of Lallybroch, the ancestral home of Jamie Fraser. The stone walls, the rustic courtyard and the sense of history woven into every corner make it one of the most iconic locations in the series. But what […]

Planning a wedding in the United States is exciting, but it also comes with a hefty price tag. The average traditional wedding now costs between $35,000 – $45,000 and many couples spend far more once all the extras are added. When you add in the stress of planning, managing guests and dealing with a never-ending […]

Say the words “luxury wedding” and most people picture the same thing: a grand ballroom, a string quartet and 200 guests politely clapping while you cut a cake big enough to feed a small village. It’s polished, it’s expensive and for a lot of couples… it’s not actually that fun. Here’s the thing. Luxury doesn’t […]

Elopements have had a bit of a glow-up. For decades the word was shorthand for running away – secret vows, no one knowing, and maybe even an Elvis impersonator thrown in for good measure. It sounds kinda fun, right?! But fast forward to today and “eloping” has an entirely different meaning. Couples aren’t sneaking out […]