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4 Tips for a Smooth City Hall Elopement in Manhattan

Queer couple Sylvia & Ana chose to document their elopement at Manhattan city hall with a special guest, their rescue dog April! As adventurous yet low-key people, the newlyweds wanted to visit iconic attractions and architecture that show-off the character of New York City. They also share intimate and candid moments being photographed together in City Hall Park, on the 6 train subway, as well as the Supreme Court steps. Read these tips for making your wedding day special at the NYC marriage bureau!

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Manhattan City Hall Elopement - Haley & Teddy

Haley and Teddy wed on a beautiful day in October. Favoring romance over tradition, the couple had an intimate ceremony just outside city hall, before taking a glamorous and celebratory ride on the subway to their reception. After exchanging vows in the architecturally stunning Guastavino Tiles Ceiling outside of Chambers St Station, the pair were showered in flower petals and confetti as colorful and vibrant as the love they share.

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Brooklyn City Hall Elopement & Roberta’s Pizza Reception - Amy & Andrew

Amy and Andrew broke the mold of what a wedding could be when they decided to throw themselves a big going away pizza party at Roberta’s in Brooklyn, disguised as a wedding. Their big day included a beautiful afternoon elopement at Brooklyn City Hall, followed by dinner and drinks in Bushwick, and a DJ set to close out their perfect day.

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Manhattan City Hall Elopement - Sharon & Tristan

A modern Manhattan city hall elopement can also channel a timeless feel when the newlywed couple takes their wedding looks to the streets of New York City’s Chinatown. This romantic micro wedding features nontraditional details such as bespoke, vintage accessories, antique decor from historic buildings, and documentary-style photography inspired by old Hollywood glamor

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Jersey City Elopement - Jersey City Hall - Danny & Rob

Danny & Rob originally had their wedding planned for October 2020, and ended up postponing due to COVID. So when I got an email from them in September telling me they were planning on eloping at city hall in just a couple weeks, and was I available, I responded with a resounding YES, LET'S DO THIS! Danny & Rob live together in Downtown Jersey City. They’re both creatives- Danny’s a vocalist, and Rob loves architecture/design. I teased Danny saying he should try to sing at the ceremony- but he didn’t want to steal the show :P ⁠