Miranda and Nick
Miranda and Nick eloped on December 13th, 2024. It was a beautiful, intimate evening surrounded by their loved ones! This is what Miranda had to say.
“My husband and I spent almost 2 years planning a large wedding that was scheduled for April 2025. Our laundry list of venue issues was getting out of hand and by November 2024, we were ready to throw the whole wedding away! I was adamant about not wanting a courthouse wedding, but we really had no idea what other options were out there. We just knew that we just wanted to end the headache and start our marriage.
After venting my frustrations to a family member who recently got married, he recommended Emily at 10.10 Elopements. I was hesitant about “eloping,” but after checking out her website, I realized that eloping can mean whatever you want it to mean! Finding out that she specializes in Champaign County elopements was even better, because I truly didn’t know that was a thing.
I sent out an SOS inquiry on 1010elopements.com and received a response almost immediately. From our very first phone call, I knew we were making the right decision. Emily instantly put my mind at ease and patiently listened to my long list of wedding woes. When I floated the seemingly crazy idea of getting married before the end of the year, Emily didn’t bat an eye. Instead, she got busy scouting locations, asking thoughtful questions, and guiding us through the little details needed to create our perfect day. In no time, we found the perfect venue, pared down our guest list by 100 people, and 30 days later, we were married!
Our 30-guest micro wedding took place on December 13th and exceeded every expectation. Emily arrived early and took care of everything, from setting up the drink station and arranging place settings to capturing stunning pre-ceremony venue photos. She not only officiated our vow exchange, but also photographed the entire event, including beautifully posed shots and candid moments. To top it all off, she stayed afterward to help with cleanup. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about Emily and how seamlessly she made everything come together.
If you’re considering an elopement or micro wedding—or if your current venue is causing daily headaches and you’re ready to throw in the towel—I can’t recommend Emily highly enough. She took a stressful situation off our shoulders and effortlessly transformed it into one of the happiest days of our lives. Her services went above and beyond anything we could have imagined. All we had to do was show up, and she made sure every detail was absolutely perfect.
Sometimes we make decisions based on what we think is expected of us rather than what we actually want. What I appreciate most about working with Emily was her consistent reassurance that this was our day. She gave us the confidence to create a wedding that reflected us, not tradition or expectation. Emily at 10.10 Elopements allowed us to celebrate our love authentically and unapologetically, and for that, we will be forever grateful!”
