A Guide To Sending Out Wedding Announcements After You Elope

If you’re like most couples, your big wedding day will include family and friends, gowns, tuxes, flowers, and all of the other things that go with it. But what happens after you tie the knot? If you elope, do you send out announcements? And what do they look like? These are important questions that every newly married couple needs to consider before they decide how they want to announce their news to everyone else.

Virtual Wedding Announcement

Many people are choosing to elope for a variety of reasons. Whether you eloped because you were too busy with work or school, couldn't afford a wedding, didn't want a place cardholder wedding, or even just wanted to make it more intimate with your spouse and close friends, sending out wedding announcements can be the right way to tell everyone in your life that you're married.  

A recent survey found that only 36% of respondents who had chosen to elope received wedding announcements, while 59% said they wished they had gotten one. This shows us how important it is for those couples who choose to elope without any formal ceremony to send out their own announcement as soon as possible. 

One of the most popular methods for announcing your marriage is via email - but there are many others such as social media sites like Facebook and Twitter or simply posting on your blog. If you have already sent out virtual announcements, don't forget to change the status of your relationship on all other networks so no one thinks you are single. 

If you haven't yet shared this news with anyone, take some time to write up an announcement that includes all relevant details about where and when the two of you were married. The ideal length for this kind of announcement is a paragraph or two, including things like where/when the couple met and what hobbies each person has. 

Remember that this is a celebratory post rather than one filled with regrets or negativity, so stay positive and focused on the good times you've had together. Also include information about where the happy couple plans to live (i.e., whether they will be staying in their hometowns) after they tie the knot.

Paper Wedding Announcement Cards

Many people want to send out paper wedding announcements after they elope.   There are many different ways you can do this. The first is to have a family member or friend write a short announcement and then have them mail it on your behalf. 

It's a little more difficult to send out paper wedding announcements after you elope, but it's not impossible. In fact, there are many ways to do so and we'll cover the basics here. The first thing you'll need is a template for your announcement. There are countless templates online that you can download or purchase. 

The next step is filling in the appropriate information such as when and where the wedding took place, what the bride wore, who was in attendance, etc. Some couples will want to include their favorite photos with the announcement as well. Then all you have to do is print them off on some cardstock and cut them out into individual cards.

The second is to visit your local printer, pick up some paper, and print off the announcement yourself in order for you and your partner to sign it yourselves. You could also ask friends or family members if they would like to help by writing an announcement for you. 

Lastly, there are many online options that offer free announcements that can be emailed to friends and family.  Some sites allow you to customize the design of the card, add your own message, or even choose from a variety of photos for each recipient.  With these options available, you should be able to find something that suits your needs. 

Keep in mind that because most of these cards are digitally generated, any wording or spelling mistakes will not show up until after the cards have been sent. If you're worried about typos happening with your emails, printing out simple wedding announcements might be a good idea instead. 

It's important to take care when you're doing this so that the ink doesn't smudge and make errors difficult to see. It's best if you get someone else in charge of doing the final check-over before sending out your email list, but if you don't have anyone else available, go ahead and hit send anyways as it's not too hard to correct typos later on.

Take an Announcement Photo

Now that the big day has arrived and you've made your vows, it's time to send out your announcements! For those of you who are feeling a little stressed about this, don't worry. There are plenty of ways to customize and personalize your announcements so they reflect the elopement style you want.   

Taking an announcement photo to send out to family and friends is a great way to share your joy with those who weren't able to be there on the big day. 

Find an area with plenty of natural light. It's best if you can go outside and find a spot in the shade, but if you're indoors, make sure that you put your back to the window so that it doesn't cast any glare on your face. If you have enough people, ask someone to take a picture of you while holding up their camera phone or regular camera. 

If not, try to get as many people in one shot as possible. And remember- this is about sharing your happiness with others! Don't worry about getting every detail perfect- just snap away! The more pictures you take, the better chance you'll have of finding one where everyone is smiling (or laughing) and looking at the camera. 

For example, don't forget to include pictures of your parents and grandparents on your wedding day. You may want to snap a selfie with them before you leave.

Review your photos and choose the one that will represent the love and laughter of your elopement.

Upload it to Facebook or email it to all of your guests who couldn't make it by posting it on their wall or sending them a copy through email.

The most important thing is not to let these small details distract you from all the joy and happiness on your wedding day. If anything, keep in mind that these details can help make your marriage last by showing off how much care went into planning this special moment with just the two of you. 

So take a deep breath, relax, and enjoy every second! As for the announcements, think about what makes your elopement unique and then choose a theme to focus on. Is there a particular color or design that embodies you both as individuals? 

Are there any symbolic images? Perhaps it’s a holiday like Valentine’s Day or Christmas when love was shared between you both? Whatever the occasion, make sure your invitations capture their essence while still remaining modern and chic.