You’ve said yes. Now for the fun part: deciding what kind of ceremony you want. Perhaps a full-scale wedding feels more like a production than a party, or just isn’t quite what you had in mind. Consider, then, an elopement: somewhere beautiful, far from home, just the two of you. There’s only one question left—what to wear? Because while the guest list may be pared back, there’s no reason the wedding dress should be. After all, an elopement is still a celebration—and one that calls for an outfit to match.
Vogue’s Favorite Elopement Dresses:
The Dazzling Sequins
Christopher John Rogers embellished silk gown
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Let the destination do the deciding. Without a guest list to accommodate or a grand venue to consider, you’re free to tie the knot wherever your heart desires. Somewhere sun-soaked, storied, impossibly romantic—or simply somewhere you’ve always wanted to go. Choose something with rewear potential; an elopement is the perfect excuse to forgo some of the traditional pomp and circumstance in favor of a gown that feels special enough for the occasion, yet effortless enough to live a life beyond it.
To get you inspired, we’ve paired a few dreamy destinations with dresses made for saying “I do”. Read ahead for 24 fabulous elopement dresses that’ll help make your big day memorable.
Las Vegas
It’s the obvious choice: There’s always Las Vegas. Whether you’re saying “I do” at the Little White Chapel, complete with an Elvis impersonator, or somewhere out in the desert, this is your moment to lean into a little glitz and glamour. Think feathers, crystals, paillettes, shorter hemlines, and backless silk—because if there’s anywhere to have fun with the dress, it’s Vegas.
Stella McCartney
