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July 11, 2024 26 mins

As elopement photographers, we do everything we can to make sure our couples feel incredible on their wedding day and in their photos, but how can we continue to help them look amazing throughout their day? That’s where elopement adventure stylists come into play, and my guest today is here to share exactly what this looks like.

 

Crystal Gillis is a backcountry hair and makeup artist based in Colorado with 20 years of experience in the beauty industry. After working as a traditional wedding stylist, she decided to transition to working specifically with adventure elopement couples.

 

Crystal shares her experience being a backcountry stylist, and the unique needs of adventure elopement couples. She also talks about the differences between a traditional stylist and an elopement stylist. She gives tips for couples who are considering adventure elopements and explains what it looks like to work with her, including hiking right alongside couples to make sure they look perfect throughout their day.

 

Crystal offers a very special for couples who are planning adventure elopements. For anyone looking to have an adventure elopement, having someone like Crystal can seriously make all the difference!

In this episode, we chat about:

  • Crystal’s transition from being a traditional wedding stylist to an adventure stylist
  • A typical elopement day for Crystal
  • The difference between traditional and adventure elopement styling
  • Tips for brides considering adventure elopements
  • The best way for photographers to talk to their couples about this type of service

Connect with Crystal:

Email: crystal@wildbridesbackcountry.com

Website: wildbridesbackcountry.com

IG: @‌wild_brides_backcountry

If this episode made you feel stoked, be sure to share it with a friend, leave a review, or DM me on Instagram at @‌stokedwithmeganmacphail and let me know your thoughts.

You can also connect with me on my website: www.meganmacphail.com

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