If the pandemic caused you to postpone your wedding celebration, but you can’t wait another second to marry the love of your life, this lovely elopement inspiration is for you.

This bright, citrus-themed photo session was designed to inspire 2020 couples and features real engaged couple Jim and Kenny eloping at city hall. Following the wedding, they enjoy an intimate cocktail reception for two, complete with cake and margaritas, on the porch of the historic William L. Clements Library at the University of Michigan.

Clearly, Jim and Kenny didn’t need a crowd for their love and joy to shine.

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

Elopement inspiration with pastel color palette | Samantha Zenewicz Photography | Featured on Equally Wed, the leading LGBTQ+ wedding magazine

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FEATURED VENDORS

Planning/Design: Jeannene Lillie Events

Photography: Samantha Zenewicz Photography

Floral Design: University Flower Shop

Detail Floral: Rosewood Boutique

Stationery: Oh Joyful Day Stationery and Calligraphy

Cake: Milk + Honey

Citrus Lollipops: Oh My Lolly!

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