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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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Should we mention our registry on invitations to our reception?

“My fiance and I are considering eloping, with then a small-scale party at our place when we get back. Is it still kosher to say on those invites that we’re registered?”

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Questions from readers about my dream blog, getting spotted, and Offbeat Home

Ariel answers questions about which blogs she wishes existed, how it feels meet readers, and her schemes for Offbeat Home.

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So, what about Wedinator?

So, there’s this website all about tearing down people’s weird weddings. And they feature a lot of photos lifted from Offbeat Bride. Here’s why I don’t really care.

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Let me count the ways I love this photo

This shot just showed up in the Offbeat Bride pool, and I just spent 10 minutes studying it like a work of art. Uh, hi. Obsess much? Here’s what caught my eye: