Emma & Evan: A self-officiated elopement in Washington D.C.

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October 7, 2022

Emma and Evan created the most beautiful elopement experience for themselves, by keeping it simple and adding little something’s to make it unique to them.

Vows

We met on the rooftop of the Kennedy Center where they officiated their own wedding ceremony by reading their own vows and exchanging rings. Just the two of them (plus me, the paparazzi of course), and some impressive views as a backdrop.

First Dance

After the newlyweds changed their vows, they shared their first dance on the rooftop, does it get more romanic than that?!

A small speaker that fits in any purse did the job just fine. Such a simple way to add to all the wedding feels!

Cupcakes

Just because you’re not having a big wedding doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the sweets! Next stop: Georgetown for some delicious cupcakes!

Georgetown

We ended up hanging out in Georgetown for a while until it got dark and just took any photo opportunity we could find.

Emma and Evan figured out a way to celebrate their elopement in the sweetest way possible and I feel so honored I got to part of it and document the love they have for each other.

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