Sometimes, planning a big wedding and waiting for your wedding day is just too much, and getting married now is just so tempting! Other times, the appeal of planning a super-intimate elopement, with all the bells and whistles but minus the big guest list, sounds too good to be true. Whatever your inspiration, eloping is incredibly romantic, and is a beautiful way to start your lives together. Now that you’ve tied the knot, are you ready to celebrate with your family and friends? We’ve asked our experts for the basics of inviting guests to your reception after you’ve eloped.

No one can forget Brad Pitt's wedding to Angelina Jolie, but remember when he and Jennifer Aniston tied the knot? We do. (After all, their nuptials toted a million-dollar price tag.) Throughout the past century, the world has seen countless celebrities say I do some more than once in lavish, over-the-top weddings that have graced the pages of tabloids, and later, websites. And we've been keeping tab.

If there's one thing we love here at Brides, it’s a really gorgeous real wedding. Each week we bring you five inspiring stories, all packed with unique details, beautiful dresses, and some of the most unique love stories we’ve ever heard.