Elopement Magazine

What is an Elopement Magazine (also called ‘zines’ and ‘photo books’)?

An Elopement Magazine is a modern keepsake for your special day memories. By using photographs and words in an editorial style, a more unique and detailed story can be told of your special day. 
 
Often referred to as zines or journal, the Elopement Magazine has a soft cover and pages similar to a magazine you would find in a newsagent. 
 
Zines were historically created by radical individuals and collectives to share political content unfit for mainstream publications. Years later they are a way for fashion-forward, alternative couples to record their special day in print in a new contemporary way.

 

How many photos can I include in the Elopement Magazine?

Lots! The number of photos that will comfortably fill an Elopement Magazine comes down to a few things. Which size you choose — we offer two sizes, 100 page or 200 page editions. Then things like how many pages are dedicated to text, how many photos are used as full-page images or across the double-page spread. Below is a general guide:

100 page Elopement Magazine : 100-200 photos
200 page Elopement Magazine : 200-450 photos

Can we include words in the Elopement Magazine?

Absolutely Yes! The Elopement Magazines are custom designed for each couple and can include photos and words. Words such as the proposal story, vows, ceremony readings, lyrics, poems, quotes as well as the guest list  and supplier credits, are a beautiful way to personalise your magazine.

We are having trouble selecting our favourite photos for the Elopement Magazine?

No problem! We include a photo curation service as part of the Elopement Magazine purchase. We will select the best images for the first design draft. We prefer to receive the entire photo gallery as that gives us more creative freedom while designing your magazine. During the review process you have the opportunity to make changes to ensure all your favourites make it in the printed copy. 

What quality/size do my photos need to be for the Elopement Magazine?

Typically print-quality photos are 300dpi and at least 2MB or larger in size — the bigger the better. Your elopement photographer will provide you with a set of high-resolution .jpg images suitable for printing. Most professional  photographers these days will provide you with an online photo gallery containing the high-resolution photos, so its as simple as supplying us with the link to their gallery and we can download the photos directly. 
 
We don’t accept photos taken on mobile phones as they typically aren’t sufficient size or quality to print.

What is the paper quality of the Elopement Magazines?

The internal pages in the Elopement Magazine are acid-free, archival FSC certified uncoated paper with a silk satin finish. The cover is a heavy-weight version laminted with a  velvet-like coating giving it a sofistiated soft matte finish.

Do you offer a photo editing service?

We do not offer a photo editing service. The majority of the couples using our album design service have used a professional elopement photographer who has already supplied edited photos. Most professional photographers have contracts that protect their images under copyright laws that do not allow us to edit their photos. We print images as supplied.

Do we get to review the design before we print the Elopement Magazine?

Absolutely Yes, you get to review and approve your Elopement Magazine design before going to print. We will provide you with a first design draft to review. This is where you have the opportunity to make changes. Two rounds of changes are included with the purchase of every Elopement Magazine. We don’t go to print until you sign off and are 100% happy with the design.

Will my photos look different when printed on paper to how I see them on a computer or mobile screen?

Yes. Digital photos displayed on a computer monitor and mobile devices will appear different when printed. The difference occurs because of the different media used to display the images — computer monitors and mobile devices have glossy luminous screens whereas printed pages have a flat matte finish.

Can I design my own Elopement Magazine?

No. We are a full service design studio meaning we do the job start to finish. That includes curating your photos, design the layouts, print and deliver the bound magazine(s).

Can we order more than 1 copy?

Yes! We highly encourage ordering at least an extra copy for yourselves as a safeguard and for archival purposes. Sharing copies of your magazine with your family make for a great thank you gift. We have already incorporated discounted pricing for bundle quantities in our online shop.

Can I re-print copies of our Elopement Magazine at a later date?

Yes. We archive your Elopement Magazine design so you can order extra copies at a later date. We do have discounted pricing for reprints so you don’t have to pay for the design again. Simply email us if you need to reprint your elopement magazine.

How much do the Elopement Magazines cost?

Pricing for the Elopement Magazines can be easily found on our online shop HERE. Also place your order through the online shop. On placing your order, we will email a questionnaire to complete, this will provide us with all your unique elopement details to help personalise your Elopement Magazine.

How long will it take to receive my Elopement Magazine?

Please allow 10-15 days for the first draft. The timeline for receiving your printed Elopement Magazines is dependent on you and how many rounds of changes there are. Once you are 100% happy and approve your elopement magazine design it will be printed ready for delivery. Please allow 2-3 weeks for manufacture and delivery. We ship Australia wide and internationally.

What is the shelf life of the Elopement Magazine and how long are they expected to last?

The guarantee for our Elopement Magazines only extends to them being delivered in good condition. Simply because after that we have no control on how they are handled. Please keep in mind these are a photo book and perform like any magazine you would buy in a newsagent. Therefore, dog ears from turning pages is a characteristic of the Elopement Magazine and something we feel reflects the magazine has been enjoyed. The Elopement Magazines are packaged in a box for shipping and can be continued to be stored in the box. We suggest ordering a spare so that way one can be left on your coffee table while the spare is stored in the box for safekeeping.

What if my printed Elopement Magazine arrives damaged?

Our Elopement Magazines are printed and manufactured with the utmost care and aim to deliver them in perfect condition. In the rare instant your magazine(s) arrive damaged, contact us upon receiving your order explaining the issue along with photos to show the damage, and we will endeavour to make it right.

What if there is a printing error?

If your Elopement Magazine(s) aren’t as you would expect due to our mistake, such as defective workmanship, please email us immediately explaining the issue along with photo evidence and we will replace the product as soon as possible at no further cost to you.
 
However, if you discover a spelling error or any other error in the printed magazine(s) after approving the design, unfortunately it is too late to change it. This is why we have a rigid online proofing process in place to give you ample opportunity to review the design, proof read and make any changes. We don’t go to print until the design is approved by you.
 
If you have received your magazine(s) and missed picking up an error, then we are happy to help rectify the issue and reprint the magazine(s) for a discounted replacement cost being 25% off the retail price.

What is your cancellation/refund policy?

The design process begins as soon as your non-refundable deposit is paid. This includes curating the images and designing layouts, time behind the scenes committed to creating your Elopement Magazine, and for that reason we cannot refund should you change your mind.  The Elopement Magazines are custom made to order, and cannot be refunded once printed.