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Vendors helping queer couples elope RIGHT NOW

In the wake of political uncertainty in the United States, some queer couples are feeling the pressure to get married RIGHT NOW. This in mind, we’re sharing lists of vendors offering deep discounts (or even free weddings) for queer couples having quick elopements this fall. We want to believe marriage equality isn’t going anywhere, but we also believe in being prepared.

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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.