12th March 2025 | Sure Thing Chapel, Las Vegas


At Dearest Love Photography, we’ve been lucky enough to photograph weddings all over the UK-but Sophie & Dan’s Las Vegas elopement was something truly special.

This was a total bucket-list wedding for us. Travelling to Las Vegas to capture such a vibrant, alternative, love-filled day was an absolute dream come true-and one we’ll never forget.

From hot pink heels to neon signs and a vintage chapel, this wedding was bold, beautiful, and bursting with personality.

Getting Ready in the Heart of Vegas


The day began at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, where Sophie and Dan got ready in separate rooms with their closest friends nearby.

Sophie looked unreal in her stunning white, off-the-shoulder floor-length dress, paired with hot pink platform heels-pure Vegas glamour. Dan matched the vibe perfectly in his dusty pink suit and Vans, proving that style and comfort can absolutely go hand in hand.

Hair and makeup were done by a talented local Las Vegas team, getting Sophie camera-ready for her big moment.



Pink sandals and dried flowers arranged on white bedding create a romantic wedding day detail shot.
Person in khaki pants and white shirt getting ready in a modern bathroom with white tub and plant decor.
Black and white photo showing reflection in mirror with makeup and beauty products on vanity counter.
Someone relaxes on a white bed in a casual t-shirt and shorts with framed photos on the wall behind them.
A gold desk lamp base sits beside a bottle of Michelob Ultra beer and black sunglasses on a gray surface.
Pink wedding shoes with heart-shaped decorations and dried flowers arranged on white fabric in a romantic setting.
A black and white framed photograph hanging on a white wall shows a vintage group beach scene with a volleyball.
A sequence of pink floral arrangements and decorative accessories laid out on a pink surface in a progressive composition.
Someone helps adjust a pink floral boutonniere on a light beige suit jacket during a formal occasion.
Black and white reflection in bathroom mirror shows person wearing floral print dress standing at vanity counter.
A person in a pink suit jacket and sunglasses poses at a party with a drink in their hand.
Panoramic view of an urban plaza with digital billboards and modern architecture in a city setting.
Black and white photo sequence showing a bride getting dressed and helped into her wedding gown in a hotel room.
Black and white photo showing a person in a white dress being fitted by someone wearing a floral patterned dress.
Black and white photo showing someone helping to button or adjust a white wedding dress.

A First Look (Vegas Style)


Before heading to the ceremony, Sophie and Dan shared the sweetest “first look” in the hotel corridor. We positioned ourselves at both ends to capture every reaction-and it did not disappoint.

This was followed by some seriously cool flash photography as they walked down the corridor, stepped into the elevator, and made their way towards their wedding adventure. Trendy, fun, and effortlessly stylish.


A series of photos showing a bride in a flowing white wedding dress walking down a dimly lit hotel hallway.
Four sequential photos showing someone in a pink suit and sneakers posing in a hotel hallway with geometric carpet pattern.
A person in a flowing white wedding dress twirls playfully in a dimly lit hotel hallway with carpeted floors.
A groom in a light pink suit poses in various angles along a hotel corridor with geometric patterned carpet.
A person wearing a light pink suit and glasses gestures while standing in a dimly lit hallway.
Two wedding attendees embrace in a tender moment, one wearing a white gown and the other in a pink suit.
A couple shares an intimate moment at their wedding, with the groom wearing a pink suit and the bride in a white dress.
A couple shares a romantic embrace in a hallway, with the bride wearing a white strapless gown.
A creative photo series showing a couple in pink and white formal attire posing playfully in different frames of a room.
A couple in wedding attire walks through a dark hallway, with the bride in white and groom in pink suit.
A black and white photo series shows a person in white clothing performing dramatic dance movements in a window display.

Saying “I Do” at Sure Thing Chapel


After hopping into a limo, we headed downtown to the iconic Sure Thing Chapel-and wow, what a venue.

With its kitsch vintage style, pink velvet curtains, and glowing neon heart, it’s one of the coolest chapels in Vegas. It suited Sophie & Dan’s bright, alternative vision perfectly.

Their ceremony was heartfelt, joyful, and full of laughter. Afterward, we captured romantic portraits inside the chapel, with their amazing vintage photobooth, and even in the famously iconic bathroom (yes, even the toilets here are photo-worthy!).


A romantic montage of Parisian scenes including the Eiffel Tower, city streets, and intimate cafe moments.
Vintage black and white photograph showing police officers in a patrol car during a nighttime operation.
A couple exits their wedding car, with the bride in white holding a pink bouquet and the groom in a pink suit.
Vintage barbershop storefront with classic red white and blue striped pole and retro signage on brick building exterior.
Vintage-style window signage showing 'By Appointment' text with decorative hearts and lettering on dark glass.
A neon sign reading 'She/They' glows softly in a window display at night.
Neon heart light fixture and pink seating visible through window at Bottoms Up Pizza restaurant in Richmond, Virginia.
Urban storefront with red neon signage and stark shadows cast along empty sidewalk during dusk hours.
A group of well-dressed people walking together on an urban sidewalk outside storefronts on a sunny day.
Wedding party walks along a Las Vegas sidewalk with vintage signage and palm trees in the background.
A couple poses in front of a brick storefront at night with illuminated window displays.
Pink chairs arranged in rows face a heart-shaped light display on a curtained stage in a dimly lit event space.
Red and pink carnations arranged in a white ceramic vase on a reflective surface with papers hanging in the background.
Artistic photo sequence of a cherub or baby doll figure floating against a cloudy sky background.
Pink heart decorations hang above modern white chairs in a dimly lit room with dark curtains and floors.

Downtown Adventures & Neon Dreams


Once officially married, we headed out to explore downtown Las Vegas.

We took couple portraits:

• Outside the chapel

• In and around the tattoo shop next door

• By the Easy and Ferguson motels signs

• Among colourful graffiti and street art

Every spot was just epic!

We then moved into the Fremont East District, grabbing shots with the famous Vegas Vertical sign and capturing Sophie & Dan walking through the streets with their banner.

Inside Four Queens Hotel & Casino, we took advantage of one of the few casinos that allows photography-snapping fun images with slot machines and bright lights.

A quick stop for drinks and their favourite Baby Guinness shots followed, before Sophie changed into an incredible short white sequin dress-perfect for the evening celebrations.


A couple in coordinated pink and white formal attire walk hand in hand down an urban street.
Retro Las Vegas motel sign with blank marquee stands above a street corner on a cloudy day.
A wedding couple poses in front of a pink decorative breeze block wall in a series of candid moments.
A couple in light pink and white formal attire poses together against a decorative coral-colored lattice wall.
Wedding couple poses against pink geometric breeze block wall with bride in white dress and groom in pink suit.
A bride in a white wedding dress poses against a pink decorative wall while holding a vibrant pink bouquet.
A stunning pink and red bridal bouquet pops against a white wedding dress and coral geometric background.
Modern wedding couple poses against mint green wall with pink bouquet and unique style choices including sneakers and pink heels.
A series of romantic photos outside a teal-colored building with vintage signage and urban street views.
A couple in wedding attire share a candid moment against a mint green wall, with the groom in a pink suit.
Wedding party in formal attire poses together against mint green wall with striped awnings.
A joyful couple celebrates in front of a mint green wall, with one holding bright pink flowers while wearing a peach suit.
A couple in pink and white outfits walking together on a sidewalk holding hands and carrying pink flowers.
Stylish couple wearing sunglasses smile together outdoors, with one in pink suit and one in leather jacket.
A couple celebrates joyfully while walking under a vintage storefront sign on an urban street at sunset.

Flowers, Friends & Creative Details


Sophie carried the most incredible dried florals by @petalheadflowers, a UK-based supplier we’ve worked with many times and a true industry friend. Their brightly dyed, dried flowers were perfect for travelling to the USA-and for being reused at their UK celebration later in April.

They also had the cutest banner made by @daydreamer_creative_studio

, featuring “Just Married” on one side and “Las Vegas” with their date on the other. We work with Tanya all the time, so it was so special having another familiar creative involved in this dream day.

With just Sophie, Dan, ourselves, and four of their closest friends, the day felt intimate, relaxed, and incredibly meaningful.


A close-up view of wedding attire showing pink and white shoes with elegant dress details against a dark background.

Burgers, Fries & Just Married Vibes


Next stop: burgers! 🍔

We headed to In-N-Out Burger - 2900 W Sahara Ave for some well-earned food. From ordering at the counter to sharing fries and posing under the iconic sign, these moments were relaxed, real, and full of fun.


A couple in formal attire orders at a Chick-fil-A counter, with the woman wearing white and the man in a pink suit.
A couple poses playfully outside an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in matching pink outfits during sunset.
A couple in matching pink outfits poses playfully outside an In-N-Out Burger restaurant on a sunny day.

A Neon Museum Finale


For the grand finale, we had a booked session at the legendary Neon Museum Las Vegas from 5:45–6:45pm.

This was a total dream.

Surrounded by vintage Vegas signs, glowing colours, and their personalised banner, we created some of our favourite images ever. Every corner of the museum felt cinematic and magical.


As night fell, we returned downtown for flash photography with fully lit neon signs-ending the day exactly how it started: bold, colourful, and full of energy.

A couple shares a romantic moment at sunset at the iconic Neon Museum in Las Vegas, surrounded by vintage signs.
A couple in sunglasses embrace at a wedding, with the bride in white lace and groom wearing a pink suit.
A couple shares a romantic dance moment in front of a rustic wall decorated with vintage signage and string lights.
Couple poses against vintage carnival signage backdrop in pink suit and black leather jacket.
Wedding guests hold vintage photo booth strips while gathered at a reception with pink and red decor.
Large neon signs from old casinos and hotels lie in rows at the Neon Museum Boneyard in Las Vegas, Nevada.
A romantic couple sharing a tender moment in front of a blurred red background at dusk.
People in traditional Japanese kimonos walk through a scenic alley lined with colorful paper lanterns at dusk.
A couple embraces in front of large red letters against an industrial backdrop with decorative lighting.
A series of photos showing a couple walking along a curved wall with vintage casino signage at the Neon Museum in Las Vegas.
A romantic couple shares an intimate moment in front of a large red spiral wall art installation.
A couple in pink and black outfits poses together at an amusement park with carnival lights in the background.
A couple poses in front of colorful graffiti letters wearing coordinated pink outfits and red shoes.
A couple shares intimate moments in front of red spiral decorative wall art at their wedding celebration.
A couple shares a romantic moment under a vintage Lady Luck sign at an old amusement park.

One for the Memory Books


After wrapping up, we headed back to the Flamingo Las Vegas on the strip, where we were staying, to back up our photos (very important!) before heading back out to celebrate.

We reunited with everyone downtown, where there was a live band playing emo classics, amazing vibes, and plenty of drinks flowing. It was the perfect end to a perfect day.


A Wedding That Changed Everything


Sophie & Dan didn’t just give us an incredible destination wedding to photograph-they gave us an unforgettable experience and a friendship we’ll treasure forever.

We are endlessly grateful that they trusted us with such a huge moment in their lives and brought us along on this adventure.

WHAT. A. DAY.

TAKE US BACK. 💖


If you’re dreaming of a destination wedding, elopement, or something totally different, we’d love to capture it for you.

Love,

Dearest Love Photography