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How to Plan a Home Wedding During COVID-19

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It can be absolutely heartbreaking to have to postpone or cancel your wedding due to COVID-19, but planning a backyard wedding ceremony or at-home elopement can be the perfect alternative. If you’re willing to forego a large celebration (at least at the moment, you can always do a big reception later!), a backyard elopement or small ceremony is the best way to avoid putting off the start your new chapter as a couple!

With modern technology, it’s never been easier to start your love story and celebrate your nuptials all from the comfort of home. And with some planning, your loved ones can still take part! We’re breaking down the essentials you’ll want to throw a small home wedding or elopement like an absolute pro.

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Phone Tripod

Amazon

Live streaming your home wedding ceremony for family and friends is super easy with a tripod set up – it’s like they’re already there! You don’t need a fancy camera either, all you need is your phone. With 4.5 stars and over 20,000 reviews, this tripod seems to check all the boxes and is compatible with iPhone and Android. It’s also way more affordable than a videographer, yay!

Details:

Adjustable
Non-Slip
Foam and Plastic
30 Foot Range
Remote control feature

Lights

Amazon

Don’t forget to set the ambience for your celebration! An easy way to add festive lighting is with white Christmas lights, you might even have some lying around. If you’re looking for a more upscale feel, bistro lights are the perfect choice to hang up above, or as a backdrop.

Details:

25 Foot
Indoor/outdoor

Custom Champagne Glasses

Photo 1: Things Remembered, Photo 2: Etsy

Make sure your first toast as a couple is symbolic of your union with customized champagne flutes! This can be a special time just between the two of you, or you can still allow family members to do their toasts and speeches via a Zoom call, or similar video chat service online. These pave champagne flutes are engraved with your names and are so unbelievably elegant, you won’t be able to wait until you can use them again on your next special occasion!

Details:

11” x 2.5”
Set of two champagne flutes
Engraving included in price

Wedding Dress

If your dress isn’t ready or isn’t altered, consider swapping it for one of these gorgeous options. You can save your wedding dress (if you’ve already purchased one) for a big ceremony or reception at a later date, or a vow renewal in the years to come.

Sorrento

BHLDN

With a gorgeous plunging neckline and glam beaded embellishments, this vintage-inspired dress is so romantic and chic.

Estelle

BHLDN

Slinky, sultry, and complete with a sweeping train, this gown marries both elegance and sexiness for brides looking to feel undeniably confident on their special day.

Collette

BHLDN

Fun and effortless, this top & skirt combo is perfect for brides that want a unique but super beautiful look. 

Kitten Heels

Photo 1: BHLDN, Photo 2: BHLDN

Complete your bridal look with the perfect pair of heels! Shorter kitten heels are an undeniably more comfortable option for brides still wanting to wear heels on their big day but not looking to wear sky high stilettos. Both of these options are so sweet & elegant, they’re a gorgeous finishing touch for your wedding day.

1st Shoe Details:

Adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure
Satin, tulle, and leather materials, rubber sole
3” heel

2nd Shoe Details:

Adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure
Glitter mesh material, rubber sole
3” heel

Dog Ring Bearer Pillow

Amazon

Don’t forget to include your four-legged best friends on your wedding day! This dog ring bearer pillow is the perfect way to incorporate fido and it’s pretty much the cutest thing ever. It can even be personalized!

Cake Toppers

Etsy

Whether you’re making your own or can get one at a nearby bakery, you’ll still want to personalize it with cake toppers! It’ll likely be a much smaller cake than you previously anticipated, so keep it simple and sweet with these cake topper options.

Details

7” x 6”
Built with spikes to help stabilize it on top of the cake
Laser cut from thick acrylic or wood

Wedding Aisle Runner

Make your at-home wedding still feel super special by pulling out all the decor stops, including a wedding aisle runner! This sweet option is perfect for indoor and outdoor ceremonies.

Details:

33 gram non-woven fabric
39” inch width, multiple length options: 25 feet, 50 feet, 75 feet
Attached corn handles
Double-sided adhesive tape to secure it in place
Customizable with your name & date

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