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How wedding planning led to an autism diagnosis

One bride shares her experience with how planning her wedding led her to an autism diagnosis in her 30s. Instead of following typical traditions, she and her partner focused on what felt right for them, like having a small, sensory-friendly wedding ceremony.

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This dark gothic wedding is everything you’d want from a funeral director’s big day

This dark gothic wedding was full of black, gold, purple – and lots of love. Can you believe the marrier was nervous their partner wouldn’t go for the dark aesthetic? They went all in, and rocked the purple suit too! The marrier had family that did not understand the need to have a black wedding dress or a moody wedding vibe, but in the end, they thought everything was just perfect.

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This Halloween wedding had a lightsaber duel first look

Some Halloween weddings really bring the horror, but Vida and Zach reminded us that “subtle” and “spooky” are not mutually exclusive at their adorable and fun Halloween wedding! This couple fully leaned into the October vibe in the small details without it overpowering their big day. That said, they did have an EPIC costume moment during their first look.

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A dark & glamorous Friday the 13th wedding

This couple knew they wanted a dark & glamorous Friday the 13th wedding. The bride has always been a fan of black wedding dresses, too! For our Wednesday Addams fans, you’ve gotta see the special surprise they had at the reception!

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