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Should I Elope in New York?

Are you wondering if you should elope in New York or continuing planning your big wedding at home? So many of our couples come to us after struggling with the same question. Somewhere along the way couples realize they want the focus for their wedding day to be an intimate, special moment that’s just about the two of them. So #TeamReinking is honored to be able to help and be part of this moment for you.

Sharing Angelica and Ryan’s elopement in NYC felt like the perfect inspiration for anyone looking for answers to the question ‘should I elope in New York?’.

Like other couples, Angelica and Ryan actually started planning a big wedding in Johannesburg. However, in an instant of frustration they realized the planning stopped being about their promise to each other and more about everyone else. They always wanted the ceremony to be just about the two of them but that’s not what was happening. So Angelica and Ryan started to question whether they should elope in New York. Suddenly they were excited and it shifted their focus from creating this massive wedding day towards creating their own special moment. A memory that is real and authentic without distraction of everything that comes with a big wedding. And that’s how they ended up doing a private ceremony with #TeamReinking in New York.

It was a cold January 1st elopement at the very end of Pier 45 on the west side of New York City.

Angelica’s classically created look was breathtaking. She wore her hair long. Her ivory crepe dress that hung just above the knees and her sparkling shoes were divine. The light pink, ivory and peach flowers she carried completed her look.

Ryan looked so handsome as if he had Angelica in mind when picking his sharp blue suit. Although  more noticeable was his smile and expression of love towards his bride that he wore that day. I don’t think there wasn’t a moment that he took his eyes off of his beautiful bride.

This couple is special and I was highly aware of their love for each other at all times. Even with the ice cold winter wind cutting through what we were all wearing their eyes were warm and loving as if it were a perfect 75 degree day.  At one point we paused for Angelica to put on her coat, to wipe away tears and to laugh at how crazy we all were for sticking it out in this cold.  There was no giving up on love because on this day we were all in this together.

After the the ceremony we headed back to a less windy spot to do the paperwork but not before Angelica threw on some slippers to walk back in comfort and warmth. Now those are the moments that tie a ceremony together and truly make it perfect. I love being part of this moment in time that is forever etched into all of our memories.

I hope this inspired your own considerations of whether or not you should elope in New York. Remember that your wedding day is about you and your partner and you should get married when and where you want. It’s your day!!

 

officiant | Jackie Reinking New York Elopement Officiant
photos | Sascha Reinking Photography
team | Jackie and Sascha, the New York Elopement Team
bouquet | Starbright Floral Design
makeup & hair | MG Hair and Makeup

 

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📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday”

💥 Week 1: Elopements Are Rushed

MYTH: Elopements are thrown together last minute.

You book a license on Tuesday, show up in jeans, and wing it. Right?
Not even close.

Most of our couples spend months planning their NYC elopement. They’re thoughtful, detailed, and super intentional about creating a day that actually feels like them. We do also help couples make magic in 24 hours. There are so many possibilities. 

📍 We help with location scouting, timing (hello, golden hour!), florals, private vows, and even pup bowties. Eloping isn’t a shortcut but it’s a choice to focus on what matters most.

✨ From your first email to your final “I do,” it’s planned with love.

📖 Want to see what’s possible? Read the full blog post: “Elopement Myths, Busted”

https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/

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Team | @jackieandsascha 

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✨ Just Married at Wagner Cove ✨

Who says you have to say “I do” at City Hall? This couple brought that classic New York City Hall vibe to the great outdoors — right in the heart of Central Park. 🌿💍

Wagner Cove is one of my favorite hidden gems for intimate wedding ceremonies in NYC. It’s peaceful, romantic, and perfect for couples looking for a private elopement location in Central Park.

Thinking of skipping the courthouse and saying your vows lakeside instead? As a licensed NYC wedding officiant, I help couples plan the perfect ceremony — whether that’s on the steps of City Hall or tucked away in a secret spot like this one.

📍 Wagner Cove, Central Park

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Surrounded by love, laughter, and their closest family and friends, Martha & Tobias said I do at the charming Cop Cot — a truly special spot for their unforgettable wedding day. 💍✨

Every moment was filled with joy, heartfelt vows, and the warmth of togetherness in this intimate celebration. It’s weddings like these that remind us how powerful love and community truly are.

If you’re dreaming of a beautiful, meaningful ceremony with your nearest and dearest, #TeamReinking is here to make it effortless, personal, and full of magic. Let’s plan your perfect day together!

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🤍 TEAM | @jackieandsascha 

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📆 Weekly Series: “Elopement Myth Monday” 

✨ “Wait, you’re eloping? Isn’t that like… super rushed and not emotional?”

If I had a dollar for every time someone said that, I’d have a second apartment overlooking Central Park. 😂 But seriously, elopements are not what they used to be. They’re not “less than,” and they’re definitely not boring.

💥 New blog just dropped: “5 Myths About Eloping — Busted by a NYC Elopement Officiant

I’ve heard all the myths:
🚫 It’s rushed
🚫 It’s not emotional
🚫 It’s not a real wedding
🚫 You’ll miss out on the fun
🚫 It’s just a budget option
And I’m here to bust every single one.

If you’re thinking about ditching the big wedding and doing it your way… this is your permission slip.

📍 Read the full blog post and stay tuned, because I’ll be busting one myth a week right here on the ‘gram.

https://jackiereinking.com/elopement-myths-elopement-myths-nyc/

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Twenty years, four amazing kids, and a love that only grows stronger — Silke & Frank renewed their vows at the iconic Bethesda Fountain in Central Park 💖✨

Surrounded by family, friends, and the timeless beauty of NYC’s most beloved landmark, their ceremony was a heartfelt celebration of enduring love and commitment. From the laughter to the tears, every moment honored two decades of memories and the promise of many more to come.

Whether you’re celebrating milestones or starting new chapters, #TeamReinking is here to create personalized, meaningful ceremonies in unforgettable NYC locations. Let us help you tell your love story — no matter the season of life.

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🤍 TEAM | @jackieandsascha
Two beautiful brides, one unforgettable beach wedding. 🏳️‍🌈💍🌊

Denisse & Nicole said I do with their toes in the sand and the ocean breeze in their hair at the stunning Sunny Atlantic Beach Club. Their love story radiated through every moment — laughter, happy tears, and one of the most heartfelt ceremonies I’ve had the honor to officiate.

The beach, the joy, the pure magic of their connection... it was everything.✨🌈

I’m forever grateful to be a part of love stories like theirs. Here’s to a lifetime of sunrises, salty kisses, and choosing each other—again and again.

Officiant: @jackiereinkingofficiant 

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Love blossomed under the iconic Cherry Blossom trees in Central Park for Diane & Chris 🌸💍✨

Their intimate ceremony surrounded by spring blooms was pure magic — soft petals, warm sunshine, and the perfect NYC backdrop to say I do. It’s moments like these that remind me why I love being part of love stories in this city.

From heartfelt vows to joyful tears, Diane & Chris’s day was filled with beauty, nature, and endless love.

If you’re dreaming of a romantic elopement in Central Park’s stunning seasonal bloom, trust #TeamReinking to plan an amazing, stress-free first day full of unforgettable moments. We handle all the details so you can focus on love. 💖

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New York City Wedding Officiant & Elopement Celebrant

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