Planning a Mount Rainier micro wedding means finding the balance between sharing the day with the people you love and still making space for quiet, intimate moments together. Michael and Leticia’s day did exactly that. With a sunrise first look, a private vow exchange, a ceremony surrounded by family, breakfast burritos made by dad, and […]

July 10, 2026

The Secret to a Relaxed Mount Rainier Micro wedding

So you’ve decided to get married in Washington!? Maybe you’re planning a moody rainforest elopement, a mountain ceremony, or something in between. Whatever you’ve got in mind, you’re going to need a Washington marriage license first. And we know, it feels like such a daunting task (seriously, when has paperwork ever felt thrilling), especially if […]

July 9, 2026

The Easiest Way to Get Your Washington Marriage License

The best time to elope in Washington state comes down to what you’re actually after: wildflowers, snow, fall colors, empty trails, long golden days. Get that part figured out first, and the season will pick itself. And if you’re not sure what exactly you’re after, well, that’s what you have us as your Washington elopement […]

July 9, 2026

The Best Season to Elope in Washington (& the Worst)

A Tipsoo Lake elopement with a surprise storm, no mountain views, and wildflowers in every frame. Plus everything you need to plan yours.

May 13, 2026

Ethereal Tipsoo Lake Elopement & Why Backup Plans Matter

Finding the perfect Mt. Baker elopement Airbnb isn’t always the easiest task, and it’s a choice that can really make or break your experience.  This is the place where you’ll get ready for your wedding day, decompress between and after adventures, and even celebrate.  Think of your lodging as a space that sets the tone […]

April 17, 2026

Top Mt. Baker Elopement Airbnbs | Don’t Choose a Boring Stay!

You’ve come across an image of an Artist Point elopement if you’ve spent any time at all falling down a PNW elopement rabbit hole. You’ve seen the photo. A couple standing at the edge of a glassy alpine tarn, mountains stacked impossibly high behind them, with a setting sun painting the mountains in a purple-orangy […]

April 6, 2026

Artist Point Elopement Reality VS Expectations

Writing a guide to planning a Hoh Rainforest elopement is supposed to be a love letter wrapped in moody green photos. And look, we get it. We love the Hoh. She’s iconic. She’s stunning. She delivers those otherworldly, hang-from-the-trees, moss-draped vibes even in the height of summer. BUT it is unlikely that it will deliver […]

March 25, 2026

Hoh Rainforest Elopement Reality Check: What to Do Instead

Brittanie and Clayton’s Mt Baker micro wedding is proof that the best wedding days are the ones that embrace flexibility and prioritize your experience. These two had an ambitious plan A. A challenging sunrise hike with some intense elevation. After that, a short break to get ready and rest up before having their guests join […]

February 20, 2026

Mt Baker Micro Wedding | When you Pivot the Night Before

hoh rainforest elopement

When Amy Rose and Matthew reached out about their Olympic Peninsula elopement just a month before their big day, they already had their hearts set on a trail that had been sitting on our wishlist for years. Sometimes the stars align in the most incredible way. Their day was our favorite mix of a beast […]

October 10, 2025

Olympic Peninsula Elopement: Epic Story + How-To Guide

Genuinely, we love a last minute elopement. They have been some of our absolute favorite days. The ones where couples have said “screw it, let’s do it” and reached out within weeks of getting married. There is just something electric about that spontaneous energy that permeates through the entire day in the most incredible way. […]

September 29, 2025

Last Minute Elopement Guide | PNW Edition

Two brides embrace during their last minute elopement. the sky is gray and moody, but they are framed by colorful wildflowers and greenery