A New Year's Day Elopement at Glamis Sand Dunes

When it comes to unforgettable memories, E and K’s Glamis Sand Dunes elopement stands out with love and spontaneity.The day after New Year’s, they ditched the traditional wedding plans for an elopement at Glamis Sand Dunes. The weather was absolutely perfect. It was a clear day that seemed to celebrate right along with them. As they exchanged vows on top of the sand dunes, all you could hear was the wind around us. In her striking red wedding dress and his emerald jacket, they were a vivid contrast against the neutral sand. E also wore vibrant red earrings from Of Water and Clay that added to her bold attire.

The two had a picnic with all their favorite snacks, adding a personal touch to their special day. Their picnic set-up by Suite and Sea had a holiday theme with glitters and green. It also complemented the desert vibes with neutral browns. They laughed and shared stories, creating memories that would last a lifetime. Their joy was powerful, and it was clear they were having the time of their lives. The warm glow over the dunes welcomed them into their new journey as a married couple.

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A couple is seated at a table set for an elopement ceremony in the Glamis Sand Dunes. The man, wearing a dark green suit, is kissing the woman on the cheek. She, dressed in a red off-shoulder gown, is smiling with her eyes closed. A flower arrangement with red blooms and greenery is on the table, with clear glass ornaments hanging from a structure above. The sand dunes in the background have ripples created by the wind.

Decorative items arranged on sand at the Glamis Sand Dunes. There is a black lantern with a white candle inside, alongside a wicker basket holding several off-white candles of different heights. In the background is a textured fabric backdrop with natural tones and ornamental wooden snowflakes. The ground is sandy with ripple patterns, indicating the desert setting.

A decorated table with a floral centerpiece, red plates, and gold-rimmed glasses, with a couple in elegant attire partially visible in the background.

Close-up of a couple's hands over a red dress, the man's hand wearing a wedding band and the woman's adorned with an engagement ring.

A close-up of an embracing couple at their elopement in Glamis Sand Dunes, with the man in a green suit and the woman in a red dress with a large ruffled sleeve.

Transparent glass orbs with delicate candles inside are hung amongst green foliage and red berries, creating a whimsical and romantic atmosphere. The backdrop of textured tree bark and soft focus hints at a natural, outdoor setting.

A decorative arrangement on sand featuring a black lantern with a candle inside, surrounded by green tapered candles, a wine glass, woven mats, and embellished golden and white orbs.

A couple holds hands in the Glamis Sand Dunes, with a woman's orange fabric sleeve catching the sunlight and a sparkling engagement ring visible on her hand.

A close-up of a couple at a Glamis Sand Dunes elopement, focusing on their midsections; the man in a suit and the woman in a flowing red dress holding a large bouquet with diverse greenery and red flowers.

An outdoor table setting on the sand featuring a gold-rimmed wine glass, a red charger plate, and a decorative white plate with a piece of coral and rosemary sprig on top, placed on a green fabric runner with white pompom trim.

A woman in a red dress is putting on red leaf-shaped earrings, with the Glamis Sand Dunes visible in the soft-focus background.

The Glamis Sand Dunes under a clear sky with soft shadows cast across the undulating sandy landscape during late afternoon sunlight.

A couple at Glamis Sand Dunes is shrouded in a swirl of translucent smoke against a clear sky, creating a dreamlike silhouette as they lean in close to each other.

A couple stands on a ridge of the Glamis Sand Dunes, with the woman in a red dress and the man in dark attire, their silhouettes contrasting against the clear sky at dusk.

A couple stands hand in hand on the Glamis Sand Dunes with a billowing green smoke flare behind them, the woman in a vibrant red dress and the man in a dark suit.

A couple embraces among the Glamis Sand Dunes, partially obscured by a large plume of green smoke, with the woman in a flowing red gown and the man in a green suit.

A man in a green suit and a woman in a red dress stand closely together, the man looking off into the distance, on the smooth, textured sands of the Glamis Dunes at sunset.

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