Question 1

We decided to elope! What now?

Accepted Answer

Pick a date! Once that is done, we can get started on picking a location for the ceremony, and all the details: picking florals, music, make-up, and hair artists, discussing the ceremony speech, and so on. We love this part because we get to see all the personalized touches that the couple wants to add to their elopement wedding. These little things will make the wedding unique and truly theirs!

Question 2

How far in advance should we book?

Accepted Answer

As soon as you are ready. Many outside vendors like florists and musicians (and our team as well) get booked a year or two in advance. That is why as soon as you are ready to move forward and book our team, you can do it by putting down a deposit and signing the contract.

Question 3

What deposit is required to book our date with you?

Accepted Answer

Deposit is 30% of the chosen package is required to secure your date with us.

Question 4

What do we need to do in order to actually elope in NYC?

Accepted Answer

We are here to help you create your special elopement. In addition to discussing everything over email, we have created a useful blog post for you guys.

Question 5

Once we receive the marriage license how fast can we be married?

Accepted Answer

Once you receive the marriage license from the City Clerk's Office and 24 hours have passed (check the time stamp on the license) you two can be married by our officiant anywhere in NY.

Question 6

Will our marriage in NYC be legal in our home country?

Accepted Answer

After you are married by our officiant you will need to go back to the City Clerk’s Office in order to get your marriage certificate and an apostille. The apostille will be proof that your marriage in the US was legal and will be legal in your home country. Allocate enough time for this. Check the hours of the City Clerk’s Office.

Question 7

How long will it take for our photos and/or videos to be delivered?

Accepted Answer

Within 8 - 14 weeks after the wedding day (this varies on the month).

Question 8

Can we have the RAW photos & footage?

Accepted Answer

No. We do not give any RAW materials. This is standard in the industry.

Question 9

Can we change the song in the video?

Accepted Answer

Changing a song requires a whole new edit that takes time. If you would like to change the song in a video there will be a $250 fee.

Question 10

How large can an elopement wedding be?

Accepted Answer

We like to stay under 20-30 guests. Most of our weddings are under 15 or under 10 people and many couples decide to keep this day purely between themselves.

Question 11

How many days do we need for everything while we are here in NYC?

Accepted Answer

Great question and one that we get asked a lot. The shortest amount of days that you need to get married and deal with the paperwork is 3 (if you live outside of the US) and 2 if you live in the US.

Question 12

Will our marriage in the US be legal in our home country?

Accepted Answer

Another frequent question. The clerks at the City Clerk’s office will let you know if you need an apostille (this is an extended version of your marriage certificate). An apostille will make your marriage in the US legal in your home country.

Question 13

Where can we have our ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Short answer- anywhere in New York! Long answer- it’s up to you and your taste. Do you want to be surrounded by nature, skyscrapers or both? Do you want an industrial backdrop? The city’s skyline? Once your date is booked we can discuss your ideas and we will share our list of locations.

Question 14

Do we write our own speech for the ceremony?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to do that, of course! Most of our couples write their own vows and we create the rest of the speech for them.

Question 15

Can you walk me through the process with the officiant?

Accepted Answer

Our One Wedding House team is small, but mighty. The ceremony is usually about 10-15 minutes. You are able to work on the draft of the speech together with the officiant and add personalized touches to it. You can also either do standard vows or write your own.

Question 16

Can we create a custom package?

Accepted Answer

We created these three packages and 97% of our couples pick one of them. However, if you want a custom package, we can create one for you guys.

Question 17

How many photos do we receive?

Accepted Answer

The amount of photos depends on the amount of "activities" and locations you will have at your wedding. 1 hour of photography usually results in 50 photos. You will receive all good & edited photos in high resolution. The images will be ready in 8-14 weeks after the wedding.

Question 18

Can we add more hours of photography/videography coverage?

Accepted Answer

Of course! You can add more hours during the planning process, a week before your wedding day or during your wedding day. Photography is $500 per hour. Videography is $500 per hour.

Question 19

When do you recommend we schedule a meeting with the photographers?

Accepted Answer

We can meet, but because our team is very busy during this season our time is precious and we have to charge 100$/hour. We can schedule a phone call with you and the photographers so you can chat. That's free:)

Question 20

Can we get the photos & videos faster?

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Yes, sure. The photos or videos can be delivered in 7 days for $500 for weddings and $250 for engagement photos(2 hours or less of shooting). Example, if you order 4 hours of photos and 4 hours of video and want to get them in a week. It is $1000. If you want just photos, it is $500.

Question 21

We want to add videography to our package.

Accepted Answer

We are happy to let you know that we also offer cinematography services & you can add them to your package.

Question 22

What photographer is going to capture our day?

Accepted Answer

One of our in-house photographers is going to capture your day. All of our photographers shoot in the same style and the photos are edited in the same style as well.

Question 23

What type of musician is available for the ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Of course, you can have a violinist perform at your elopement! Violin is very popular, so are guitarists.

Question 24

What type of transportation is included in the All-in-One package?

Accepted Answer

Transportation is for the couple in the form of an uber, unless you decide to go for something fancy and with additional direct payment get a vintage yellow cab or some other form of transportation. The whole time we are with you transportation in the form of uber is paid for by us.

Question 25

Are you able to share the hair/makeup artists you work with?

Accepted Answer

We usually share ALL vendors and book them for you once you put down a deposit with us (30% of the package price). The hair and make up artists we work with are very talented and professional people. Majority of the makeup and hair you see in our photos on the website and ig have the hair and make up done by them.

Question 26

I am interested in doing a hair and make-up trial. Is this possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We can arrange a trial for you with a HMUA.

Question 27

For the bouquet/boutonnière, can we provide ideas of what we'd like?

Accepted Answer

Of course! A few inspo photos are always welcomed. We work with 4-5 trusted florists in NYC. We trust them and always go back to them. The images you provide will be used as INSPO, the florists always state that the bouquet will not look exactly like the ones in your inspo photos because of seasons, our geographical location, the creator and other factors. All of our brides have always been very happy with their floral creations.

Question 28

Could you provide additional floral such as rose petals & floral arch?

Accepted Answer

Of course, we can discuss this idea with the florist. Any extra goods & services will be covered between the couple and the florist.

Question 29

How much is videography coverage?

Accepted Answer

The rate is 500$/hour. 3-4 hours of coverage are ideal to capture key moments from the wedding day.

Question 30

What is the best way to share our inspiration photos with you?

Accepted Answer

You can email a few images of inspo photos for your bouquet and the boutonnière to us or share your Pinterest wedding board.

Question 31

Can you share an example of the printed photo album & price?

Accepted Answer

One is $1000. The photographer will pick photos he/she thinks are the best, you then have 1 chance to change the photos that he/she chose before the final layout. We completely outsource it and don't make any money from it. But find that our couples love photo albums in this digital day and that's why we offer them.

Question 32

Are there any hotels near Central Park that you recommend?

Accepted Answer

A lot of our couples who have a Central Park ceremony stay at the 1 Hotel Central Park or at the Concord Hotel. A bit further away & more affordable options are the Sanctuary hotel and Kimpton Ink 48.

	Full-service planning	Partial planning	Elopement / microwedding	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	An all-inclusive team of wedding professionals	For a small and mighty ceremony in an intimate venue to focus only on the most important things for you	Everything you need for your perfect elopement experience in NYC	Let a pro take care of you & keep everything nice and organized
Planning begins	9 Months out	1 Month out	1 Month out	3 Months out
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Pricing	Starts at $8,500	Starts at $1,500	Starts at $5,500	Starts at $3,500

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