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Author of three editions of the Offbeat Bride book and its sequel (From Shitshow To Afterglow, the ultimate offbeat breakup book), Ariel Meadow Stallings is the publisher of all the Offbeat Empire web properties. She lives in Seattle with her son.
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OMG ADORBZ: Barn Party invitations

Can we talk about these insanely adorable
Barn Party! Wedding Invitations
? First, the colors. We all know I’m a sucker for rainbows, and while this palette is a little bit washed out, it’s still definitely rainbow-influenced. Second, the FONT. That font is workin’ overtime to make these invitations feel timely and awesome. Third: PUT A BIRD ON IT!

totoro plush hat alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Nerdy props for your wedding photobooth (plus other supplies from ThinkGeek)

So you’re doing a DIY photobooth, and you’re thinking to yourself, “Self, I might need some props.” And your self replies, “Maybe, but you don’t need wooden mustaches. No, what you really need are some NERDY props.” Then you and yourself high five and are like OMG YES TOTALLY, and then you start brainstorming.

Party Only Reception Invite e1707555182912 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Wedding Announcement Wording – Make Sure Uninvited Guests Don’t Feel Hurt

Here’s your challenge: how to share your good news with people without making them feel like A) they were excluded from the good times, or B) you expect anything from them. In other words, you want to share the good news without bragging or making it seem like you’re fishing for gifts. We’ve got copy ‘n’ paste ideas for you!

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Sara’s Pulp Fiction-inspired Offbeat Bride reader photo

We all know I’m a sucker for photos of readers with their copies of Offbeat Bride — and this shot of Sara takes the cake!