An aquarium, a mandap, and a Star Wars save-the-date

sfdsggd 072612 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

An aquarium wedding with a shark and awesome glasses? I am in for this. I'm also totally down for the other reader submissions to our Flickr Pool, Pinterest, and the Tribe. Get ready for some red crinoline, a singing father/daughter dance, and some awesome handmade save-the-dates and invitations. It's Monday, and it's awesome!

singing 072512 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride) — Tribesmaid MissSarah sings with her dad during their dance. D'aww! Photo by Emily Binder

WAY invite3 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride) — I love these camera-themed invites! Check out the details including repurposed film strip wrap-around. Photo by Wild About You Photography

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Urban Light Studios posted this homage to all of their LGBTQ couples that they have hosted over the years. It's pretty rad.
These laser-cut wooden invitations are cool and multi-functional. You can pop out the rings and wear them.
Thinkr has a vid all about giving a good toast. You know, tips like, “Don't be too drunk!”
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venue: Urban Light Studios

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Comments on An aquarium, a mandap, and a Star Wars save-the-date

So many cute ideas. Loving all of the red details, especially twirling underneath a white dress.

MUST. HAVE. HANKY. DIY. I’ve been thinking about embroidering pre-made hankies for wedding party gifts, but how awesome would this be for all the guests???

Erin says:

Aug. 1 2012 at 10:39 am

I’m totally working on the tutorial right now. Soon, I promise!

love the wedding invitations 😀

yes HOURS!!!!!!!!! it started at 5…no lie….they sang and played almost nonstop for like 3 hours….with maybe one break. LOL!!!! I had that “moment” at the reception where it felt like an old west film when they went up to the bar and were getting drinks. It was AWESOME. I need to find out the name of the group!!