Ellen and Ryan flew in from the UK with a clear vision for their New York elopement. They wanted a day that felt unrushed, intentional, and deeply personal. No pressure. No timelines stacked back to back. Just space to be present and enjoy every moment.
We planned their entire day from start to finish. From hotel recommendations at The Ludlow Hotel to full vendor coordination, photography, video, and logistics across multiple NYC locations. For them, it was important that each place felt different and reflected exactly how they imagined their wedding photos and film.
We began the day at their hotel, keeping the morning calm and unforced. Later, they headed to the City Clerk Marriage Bureau in Manhattan, their number one priority. Getting officially married at City Hall in the US was non negotiable for them and it set the emotional anchor for the entire day.
After the ceremony, we explored Soho for editorial style photos that felt natural, modern, and effortless. We ended the day at the New York Public Library near Bryant Park, where Ellen and Ryan exchanged private vows, just the two of them, away from the noise of the city.
This is how we approach elopements in NYC. Thoughtful planning, flexible timing, and complete respect for how each couple wants their day to feel. No copy paste concepts. The same locations can look completely different depending on the couple, their energy, and their story.
