the ceremony

decorations
and music

To read while choosing your ceremony location

Leave no trace elopement in the city means having a simple, intimate wedding that leaves no environmental footprint. We do not allow any decorations, flowers, tables, arches, chairs. It is simply not legal. For all our public place ceremonies, we kindly ask not to bring any unsustainable items like rose petals or confetti, fake butterflies, as well as music (both bluetooth and live), food, or other decorations. It's all about real love, respecting Paris and its locals, and planning responsibly. Remember, outdoor spaces are public! 

"Bonjour all the beautiful, adventurous, and ambitious ladies, our wonderful brides. And our respect to the intelligent handsome future grooms. Hope you have a good time reading. Let's begin!"

Article by — HELEN
loves flowers and macarons

public ceremony location:
no decorations, no music

Just the couple, the officiant, and the city view







If you want a private space just for you, consider booking a private ceremony location. These locations offer more than just a backdrop—they provide peace of mind and protection from bad weather and crowds.

So many great options how to decorate the space together!

private ceremony location

We can set up a decorated table with champagne and macarons. Usually, the hotel provides a blank table and champagne bucket, and we handle the decoration at no additional cost, provided you don’t need us to bring anything extra. Macarons are typically purchased by the couple.

decorated table

We will bring the decorations, if your hotel has a table we can use, like this one at Shangri La
If you’re looking for a free option, we recommend choosing a larger bridal bouquet with plenty of greenery. During the ceremony, we can repurpose the bouquet as a decoration by placing it on the table. This way, your bouquet will serve double duty.

Flower Decorations

Small flower decoration, your bouquet
If you’re interested in bigger ceremony decorations, contact us and we can recommend a florist for you. They can provide larger decorations, such as a grand floral arrangement or a stunning floating arch. The cost will vary, but start around €500-600 to €2-3k. Let us know your ideas, and we’ll help you find the perfect floral setup for your special day.















Floating arches

Shall we go on a dessert date and spend more time together?

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