Which Scottish elopement is right for you and your partner?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  What three words best describe your relationship?

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  • A.
    Curious, adventurous, wayfaring
  • B.
    Practical, down-to-earth, uncomplicated
  • C.
    Outdoorsy, intrepid, courageous
  • D.
    Minimal, thoughtful, homey
• 2.
  Which of these Scottish bands would you prefer to listen to?

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  • A.
    Mogwai
  • B.
    Teenage Fanclub
  • C.
    The Proclaimers
  • D.
    Young Fathers
• 3.
  Which sweet treat would you pick to share with each other and why?

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  • A.
    Lemon cake — classic, simple and unfussy, sharp and delicious
  • B.
    Cinnamon & chocolate churros from a street vendor! Always up for sweet treats and a wander.
  • C.
    Chocolate chip cookie — comforting, perfectly sweet, maybe even a little nostalgic, easy to share.
  • D.
    Something homemade, tasty, a bit messy to eat but vaguely healthy.
• 4.
  What's your biggest challenge when planning your elopement?

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  • A.
    Budgeting.
  • B.
    Finding time to plan from a distance. Figuring out who to approach.
  • C.
    Locations and types of spaces we want to use.
  • D.
    Keeping it a secret… it’s our day, and we’re doing it our way!
• 5.
  We want our ceremony to be ________.

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  • A.
    Reflective of our love of nature.
  • B.
    Simple and focused on our future rather than making the wedding a big deal.
  • C.
    Ethically sound, investing in local independents with a strong sustainability policy.
  • D.
    A celebration for the two of us that represents exactly who we are.
• 6.
  When are you thinking of tying the knot?

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  • A.
    We're thinking of going for it in the next few months... Just a few details to figure out.
  • B.
    We're 6 months to a year out and planning something we’ll have great memories of!
  • C.
    Next summer… we’d like to have favorable weather for an outdoor adventure.
  • D.
    We haven’t picked a date yet — we just got engaged!
• 7.
  You just won your dream honeymoon getaway — Here’s the deets...

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  • A.
    A campervan, just driving wherever we chose.
  • B.
    Somewhere beachy and relaxing. Spa days, yoga, tropical smoothies, and sunshine. What better way to bond than to totally chill out together?
  • C.
    A staycation with the perfect combo of time at home and hitting some of those local haunts.
  • D.
    A sexy city break somewhere with great food, music and art.
• 8.
  What’s an absolute DON’T for your wedding?

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  • A.
    Fancy fussy details that a mother might try to talk you into.
  • B.
    Crowds make you nervous... just you and your baby saying your vows makes the most sense.
  • C.
    Being stuck inside is definitely not in the plan.
  • D.
    Unhelpful traditions which don't represent us.
• 9.
  You just won £5k— what do you and your fiancé do with it?

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  • A.
    Plan a vacation to a beach town we’ve been talking about visiting.
  • B.
    We put the money toward a downpayment on our first house.
  • C.
    We invest in camping equipment and a roof rack to carry our sporting goods.
  • D.
    We add the money to our savings, so it can grow for the future.
• 10.
  What drew you to The Elopement Society and Solen?

  • A.
    Brand values - we want to invest in the best local indie businesses and for our day to be kind to the planet.
  • B.
    We love the style of past elopements
  • C.
    We love her photos
  • D.
    We love the spaces in Scotland we wouldn't ever have known about.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your ideal Edinburgh Elopement is... a unique, bespoke & quality celebration

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  When it comes to weddings, you’ve whispered to each other that you would tie the knot your own way without the encumbrances of obligation. You march to the beat of your own drum which is why you’re perfect for each other.Your style is more about alluring surroundings than pleasing everyone else's sensibilities. Whether it's an opulent little celebration in Edinburgh city or a secluded coastal retreat as part of a longer road-trip around Europe, we've got you.Botanical garden ceremonies amongst ancient pine trees, champagne afternoon tea, a leisurely taster menu at a modern fine dining restaurant, a stunning library of leatherbound books, the best classic cocktails in town, a perfect picnic on a quiet beach or a bookshop vow exchange and neighbourhood bistro meal, whatever suits your style, we've got the very best local independent creative businesses to recommend and introduce you to. Want to hear about our coastal and woodland escapes just outside of the city? Or our neighbourhood celebrations in the most colourful and creative parts of the city? Email hello@solenphotography.co.uk for more info on these other options. 3 Things to Consider When Planning Your Dream Scottish Elopement1. Celebrants for your celebrationsUnlike other parts of the UK, in Scotland celebrants, so long as they're licensed, can officiate over your wedding ceremony. This opens up so many options for the style and content of the ceremony itself. I always advice any couples who aren't religious look into working with a celebrant over heading to the City Chambers, as these folks are storytellers, private detectives and wedding experts. They'll quiz you then put together the most beautiful, unique and completely personal ceremony, which can feature any words in any form you like alongside a handful of legal declarations. I've got some great contacts at a range of organisations, each with a slightly different ethos, so your ceremony can be spiritual without being religious. All you need is a licensed celebrant and 2 legal witnesses (I can also point you to the paperwork info with all the relevant timelines and places for submission).2. Design a day true to youThis is your chance to really be yourself — just because it’s a small affair doesn’t mean you can’t go as over the top as you would if there were 1000 on the guest list, if that's what you want to do. We work with all different budgets and with couples travelling alone or celebrating with their witnesses or even up to around 20 guests.Eloping or even having a tiny wedding frees you up to completely ignore any unhelpful traditions and to build a day which feels truly representative of you and your journey to get to this milestone together. Wear what you want, do what you want, say and exhange the vows you want, celebrate in spaces that bring you joy - opulent, industrial, cosy, outdoor, whatever you like, the options are endless.3. Ingest only the bestWe’ve all gotta eat (and drink), RIGHT? It could be a taco truck on the beach or canapes on silver platters — have fun with a fusion of your favourite flavours.Date nights are a great way to learn about your partner’s cultural background… where would you go and what would you eat & drink on the best date together? We can find places, spaces and catering legends to help create some decadence or we can have seafood platters delivered to your secret stay in the wilds, whatever works for you both.Edinburgh Elopements for Romantic Renegades and Indie Lovers.I'm Solen. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer across Scotland for over a decade. In lockdown I created The Elopement Society, a secret collective collaboration with all the best Edinburgh and East Lothian creatives, local brands and small businesses with a strong sustainability policy. The aim is to create unique days for creative couples who want to invest in great local businesses on their wee big day. We are tastemakers. We've got the ideas you'll see more traditional wedding planners marketing in a year or so...for 3 times the price we charge. No shade, we just have a different business model which offers a unique and affordable alternative.We aren't a traditional format wedding planner service, we hook you up directly with each supplier you plump for from a heap of the best local options. We make initial contact to check they can make your date then we introduce you to them, your Ts&Cs and payments are arranged directly with each supplier to safeguard your experience. And as I'm your photographer for the day I can offer my design assistance at a more affordable rate. All you pay us for is local knowledge and great ideas, no middleman extra fees. We work to order so there's not a team to sustain through our sales.I've helped many couples from all over the world create something unique to them over the last 4 years. I've got years of experience of working in events prior to becoming a photographer so engaging those old muscles to find joyful, charming solutions for couples who want to take the stress out of elopement planning without spending a fortune on a full wedding planner service.The Elopement Society superpower is creating authentic, unforgettable experiences which are creative, unique and kind to the planet. We get to know you and your dreams first — then jump into every juicy detail of plans for your epic day.Let’s face it friends, the world went wild in 2020 and it’s changed the way couples are saying “I do”, we bring a special spark to weddings that look a little different than status quo. Over the next few days, we'll be lighting up your inbox with more tips for you to plan and design your escape with ease. We're so excited for you to take this big step toward the rest of your life with your soul mate.Have you joined me on instagram? Want to read some overshares on my substack?!
• 2.
  Your ideal Edinburgh Elopement is... a city centre adventure

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  We're picking up on city elopement and a big party with pals at home later? Does that sound about right?! Edinburgh city offers so many options for elopements and small-scale weddings. We've got the stunning volcanic hills of Arthur Seat, with chapel ruins and lochside spots, by the foot of the Royal Mile. There's secluded secret gardens, a whole host of small spaces with a long history, a heap of tourist hot spots with stunning backdrops to take advantage of and grand museum and gallery spaces, brilliant bars and restaurants and independent stores who are happy to host a one-off special experience. There are all the classic instagram backdrops to capture, many within walking distance of each other...we can even take you on a pub crawl, find you a private dining space or hook you up with the best local gig venues or a wee karaoke room for some celebrations later in the day. Whatever your vibe, we're bound to have some local contacts to sort you out with the ultimate intimate celebrations.3 Things to Consider When Planning Your Dream Scottish Elopement1. Celebrants for your celebrationsUnlike other parts of the UK, in Scotland celebrants, so long as they're licensed, can officiate over your wedding ceremony. This opens up so many options for the style and content of the ceremony itself. I always advice any couples who aren't religious look into working with a celebrant over heading to the City Chambers, as these folks are storytellers, private detectives and wedding experts. They'll quiz you then put together the most beautiful, unique and completely personal ceremony, which can feature any words in any form you like alongside a handful of legal declarations. I've got some great contacts at a range of organisations, each with a slightly different ethos, so your ceremony can be spiritual without being religious. All you need is a licensed celebrant and 2 legal witnesses (I can also point you to the paperwork info with all the relevant timelines and places for submission).2. Design a day true to youThis is your chance to really be yourself — just because it’s a small affair doesn’t mean you can’t go as over the top as you would if there were 1000 on the guest list, if that's what you want to do. We work with all different budgets and with couples travelling alone or celebrating with their witnesses or even up to around 20 guests.Eloping or even having a tiny wedding frees you up to completely ignore any unhelpful traditions and to build a day which feels truly representative of you and your journey to get to this milestone together. Wear what you want, do what you want, say and exhange the vows you want, celebrate in spaces that bring you joy - opulent, industrial, cosy, outdoor, whatever you like, the options are endless.3. Ingest only the bestWe’ve all gotta eat (and drink), RIGHT? It could be a taco truck on the beach or canapes on silver platters — have fun with a fusion of your favourite flavours.Date nights are a great way to learn about your partner’s cultural background… where would you go and what would you eat & drink on the best date together? We can find places, spaces and catering legends to help create some decadence or we can have seafood platters delivered to your secret stay in the wilds, whatever works for you both.Want to hear about our coastal and woodland escapes just outside of the city? Or our neighbourhood days in the most colourful and creative parts of the city? Email hello@solenphotography.co.uk for more info on these other options. Edinburgh Elopements for Romantic Renegades and Indie Lovers.I'm Solen. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer across Scotland for over a decade. In lockdown I created The Elopement Society, a secret collective collaboration with all the best Edinburgh and East Lothian creatives, local brands and small businesses with a strong sustainability policy. The aim is to create unique days for creative couples who want to invest in great local businesses on their wee big day. We are tastemakers. We've got the ideas you'll see more traditional wedding planners marketing in a year or so...for 3 times the price we charge. No shade, we just have a different business model which offers a unique and affordable alternative.We aren't a traditional format wedding planner service, we hook you up directly with each supplier you plump for from a heap of the best local options. We make initial contact to check they can make your date then we introduce you to them, your Ts&Cs and payments are arranged directly with each supplier to safeguard your experience. And as I'm your photographer for the day I can offer my design assistance at a more affordable rate. All you pay us for is local knowledge and great ideas, no middleman extra fees. We work to order so there's not a team to sustain through our sales.I've helped many couples from all over the world create something unique to them over the last 4 years. I've got years of experience of working in events prior to becoming a photographer so engaging those old muscles to find joyful, charming solutions for couples who want to take the stress out of elopement planning without spending a fortune on a full wedding planner service.The Elopement Society superpower is creating authentic, unforgettable experiences which are creative, unique and kind to the planet. We get to know you and your dreams first — then jump into every juicy detail of plans for your epic day.Let’s face it friends, the world went wild in 2020 and it’s changed the way couples are saying “I do”, we bring a special spark to weddings that look a little different than status quo. Over the next few days, we'll be lighting up your inbox with more tips for you to plan and design your escape with ease. We're so excited for you to take this big step toward the rest of your life with your soul mate.Have you joined me on instagram? Want to read some overshares on my substack?!
• 3.
  Your ideal Edinburgh Elopement is... an off the beaten track outdoor ceremony.

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  Picture this - just a half hour out from Edinburgh city centre (by car or train), a little 2 or 3 day sojourn from the hustle and bustle, just the 2 of you in a beautiful cabin. Nearby outdoor ceremony options - stunning beaches, beautiful woods, clifftops, castle ruins, quaint harbour towns, a great gin distillery, secret gardens, grand country houses... East Lothian has heaps to offer couples looking for something outdoors but off the beaten track. While Glencoe and the Highlands are wonderful, they dont have the infrastructure to sustain the level of elopements they're seeing daily. East Lothian is scattered with tourism, home to many a golf course and lots of seabird and sailing trips, there are far more options for accommodation and places to visit and eat than the Highlands can offer. Nearby towns and villages have some great restaurants, coffee shops, bars and pubs for a celebratory meal or we can have seafood platters, cake and/or sushi delivered. We can hook you up with great local hair and makeup, caterers, florists and musicians, whatever you are looking for to mark the day.We have local contacts with beautiful independently owned cabins (in the woods or with a private beach perfect for hosting your ceremony) and farm steadings and cottages for any guests to stay close by too. These are perfect options for international touring around Scotland who would like a quiet little adventure while also seeing the city sights.3 Things to Consider When Planning Your Dream Scottish Elopement1. Celebrants for your celebrationsUnlike other parts of the UK, in Scotland celebrants, so long as they're licensed, can officiate over your wedding ceremony. This opens up so many options for the style and content of the ceremony itself. I always advice any couples who aren't religious look into working with a celebrant over heading to the City Chambers, as these folks are storytellers, private detectives and wedding experts. They'll quiz you then put together the most beautiful, unique and completely personal ceremony, which can feature any words in any form you like alongside a handful of legal declarations. I've got some great contacts at a range of organisations, each with a slightly different ethos, so your ceremony can be spiritual without being religious. All you need is a licensed celebrant and 2 legal witnesses (I can also point you to the paperwork info with all the relevant timelines and places for submission).2. Design a day true to youThis is your chance to really be yourself — just because it’s a small affair doesn’t mean you can’t go as over the top as you would if there were 1000 on the guest list, if that's what you want to do. We work with all different budgets and with couples travelling alone or celebrating with their witnesses or even up to around 20 guests.Eloping or even having a tiny wedding frees you up to completely ignore any unhelpful traditions and to build a day which feels truly representative of you and your journey to get to this milestone together. Wear what you want, do what you want, say and exhange the vows you want, celebrate in spaces that bring you joy - opulent, industrial, cosy, outdoor, whatever you like, the options are endless.3. Ingest only the bestWe’ve all gotta eat (and drink), RIGHT? It could be a taco truck on the beach or canapes on silver platters — have fun with a fusion of your favourite flavours.Date nights are a great way to learn about your partner’s cultural background… where would you go and what would you eat & drink on the best date together? We can find places, spaces and catering legends to help create some decadence or we can have seafood platters delivered to your secret stay in the wilds, whatever works for you both.Edinburgh Elopements for Romantic Renegades and Indie Lovers.I'm Solen. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer across Scotland for over a decade. In lockdown I created The Elopement Society, a secret collective collaboration with all the best Edinburgh and East Lothian creatives, local brands and small businesses with a strong sustainability policy. The aim is to create unique days for creative couples who want to invest in great local businesses on their wee big day. We are tastemakers. We've got the ideas you'll see more traditional wedding planners marketing in a year or so...for 3 times the price we charge. No shade, we just have a different business model which offers a unique and affordable alternative.We aren't a traditional format wedding planner service, we hook you up directly with each supplier you plump for from a heap of the best local options. We make initial contact to check they can make your date then we introduce you to them, your Ts&Cs and payments are arranged directly with each supplier to safeguard your experience. And as I'm your photographer for the day I can offer my design assistance at a more affordable rate. All you pay us for is local knowledge and great ideas, no middleman extra fees. We work to order so there's not a team to sustain through our sales.I've helped many couples from all over the world create something unique to them over the last 4 years. I've got years of experience of working in events prior to becoming a photographer so engaging those old muscles to find joyful, charming solutions for couples who want to take the stress out of elopement planning without spending a fortune on a full wedding planner service.The Elopement Society superpower is creating authentic, unforgettable experiences which are creative, unique and kind to the planet. We get to know you and your dreams first — then jump into every juicy detail of plans for your epic day.Let’s face it friends, the world went wild in 2020 and it’s changed the way couples are saying “I do”, we bring a special spark to weddings that look a little different than status quo. Over the next few days, we'll be lighting up your inbox with more tips for you to plan and design your escape with ease. We're so excited for you to take this big step toward the rest of your life with your soul mate.Have you joined me on instagram? Want to read some overshares on my substack?!
• 4.
  Your ideal Elopement is...an Edinburgh neighbourhood date.

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  One of my very favourite things about The Elopement Society is helping couples to arrange neighbourhood celebrations in the places around Edinburgh and East Lothian that I know well and they may never have visited.These are laid back, fuss-free, small and intimate days where I can help design something that features all the best independent brands, local businesses and neighbourhood creatives. We create a little home from home, somewhere to return to visit and hold those special memories which are completely unique to you. The beauty of marrying in Scotland is that, with permission from the land or business owner, you can marry pretty much anywhere at any time. A licensed officiant can guide your ceremony, you aren't tied to local city chambers or a religious building. Local book/record/coffee shops, tiny spaces like music venues or art galleries, outdoor gardens, cafes, bistros or taster menu restaurants offering the finest seasonal Scottish ingredients. A little local music and entertainment to really grab a flavour of the city and our coastal towns and secret cabins. This is the perfect getaway for couples who are going alone or bringing a few of your closest loved ones. We can help find the perfect spots to create a local, intimate, relaxed day full of little nods to the things you share at home - whether you are live music lovers, art fans, quiet book readers or just love a good whisky by the fire in a great old pub. We can help bring your home comforts with you and show you just the places you'd hang out in if you lived here.Which neighbourhood? Let's chat over what you love to do outside of work time, the types of spaces you hang out on dates, your favourite food and the perfect atmosphere for a drink and we'll take it from there.Want to hear about our coastal and woodland escapes just outside of the city? Or our city centre adventures? Email hello@solenphotography.co.uk for more info on these other options. 3 Things to Consider When Planning Your Dream Scottish Elopement1. Celebrants for your celebrationsUnlike other parts of the UK, in Scotland celebrants, so long as they're licensed, can officiate over your wedding ceremony. This opens up so many options for the style and content of the ceremony itself. I always advice any couples who aren't religious look into working with a celebrant over heading to the City Chambers, as these folks are storytellers, private detectives and wedding experts. They'll quiz you then put together the most beautiful, unique and completely personal ceremony, which can feature any words in any form you like alongside a handful of legal declarations. I've got some great contacts at a range of organisations, each with a slightly different ethos, so your ceremony can be spiritual without being religious. All you need is a licensed celebrant and 2 legal witnesses (I can also point you to the paperwork info with all the relevant timelines and places for submission).2. Design a day true to youThis is your chance to really be yourself — just because it’s a small affair doesn’t mean you can’t go as over the top as you would if there were 1000 on the guest list, if that's what you want to do. We work with all different budgets and with couples travelling alone or celebrating with their witnesses or even up to around 20 guests.Eloping or even having a tiny wedding frees you up to completely ignore any unhelpful traditions and to build a day which feels truly representative of you and your journey to get to this milestone together. Wear what you want, do what you want, say and exhange the vows you want, celebrate in spaces that bring you joy - opulent, industrial, cosy, outdoor, whatever you like, the options are endless.3. Ingest only the bestWe’ve all gotta eat (and drink), RIGHT? It could be a taco truck on the beach or canapes on silver platters — have fun with a fusion of your favourite flavours.Date nights are a great way to learn about your partner’s cultural background… where would you go and what would you eat & drink on the best date together? We can find places, spaces and catering legends to help create some decadence or we can have seafood platters delivered to your secret stay in the wilds, whatever works for you both.Edinburgh Elopements for Romantic Renegades and Indie Lovers.I'm Solen. I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer across Scotland for over a decade. In lockdown I created The Elopement Society, a secret collective collaboration with all the best Edinburgh and East Lothian creatives, local brands and small businesses with a strong sustainability policy. The aim is to create unique days for creative couples who want to invest in great local businesses on their wee big day. We are tastemakers. We've got the ideas you'll see more traditional wedding planners marketing in a year or so...for 3 times the price we charge. No shade, we just have a different business model which offers a unique and affordable alternative.We aren't a traditional format wedding planner service, we hook you up directly with each supplier you plump for from a heap of the best local options. We make initial contact to check they can make your date then we introduce you to them, your Ts&Cs and payments are arranged directly with each supplier to safeguard your experience. And as I'm your photographer for the day I can offer my design assistance at a more affordable rate. All you pay us for is local knowledge and great ideas, no middleman extra fees. We work to order so there's not a team to sustain through our sales.I've helped many couples from all over the world create something unique to them over the last 4 years. I've got years of experience of working in events prior to becoming a photographer so engaging those old muscles to find joyful, charming solutions for couples who want to take the stress out of elopement planning without spending a fortune on a full wedding planner service.The Elopement Society superpower is creating authentic, unforgettable experiences which are creative, unique and kind to the planet. We get to know you and your dreams first — then jump into every juicy detail of plans for your epic day.Let’s face it friends, the world went wild in 2020 and it’s changed the way couples are saying “I do”, we bring a special spark to weddings that look a little different than status quo. Over the next few days, we'll be lighting up your inbox with more tips for you to plan and design your escape with ease. We're so excited for you to take this big step toward the rest of your life with your soul mate.Have you joined me on instagram? Want to read some overshares on my substack?!