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Check the purple wedding dress at this intimate nerdy New Zealand handfasting

One Tinder date, one bold proposal, and one backyard later, Tamara and Ryan’s celestial nerd-fest wedding was pure magic. Think: walking down the aisle to The Corpse Bride in high-heeled Doc Martens, a giant D20 dictating vow order, and a sword exchange featuring Frostmourne and Ashoka’s dual sabers. It was the ultimate nerdy love spell… and yes, they rolled a Nat20.

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“We’re all mad(ly in love) here”: An accessible Alice in Wonderland wedding

If we’re dreaming, don’t wake us up… because we’re absolutely in love with Beacon and Rebecca’s accessible Alice in Wonderland wedding! Okay, this definitely was NOT a dream because we have pics from Chris Wojdak Photography to prove it happened. Wondering how to make your wedding more welcoming for all your guests? Beacon and Rebecca have some tips for you. And we rarely talk about the guests’ style on this blog… but you won’t want to miss the guests’ fits at this wedding! Cake, however, is something we do tend to talk about – this one is a real stunner. Feast your eyes on this beauty!

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A snowy winter elopement under the Northern Lights

This snowy winter elopement was set against the breathtaking backdrop of a Norwegian archipelago, but the blue wedding dress might take your breath away again when you see it! In a world where grand weddings often steal the spotlight, Dreamé and Carson chose to write their love story differently. This couple’s journey began on Tinder four years ago, but it was their shared love for spontaneity and the great outdoors that truly cemented their bond. Thanks to Sam Starns Adventure Elopements, they were able to incorporate this shared love into their big day.

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Queer Woodland Dungeons and Dragons Camping Trip Wedding

Rad and I met at probably the least romantic environment possible – working at the county Coroner’s office when we were both death investigators. After about a year of scene responses and autopsies (super romantic, I know), we were dating. From the beginning of our relationship, Rad was adamant that we would be getting married at some point in the future, turns out he was right!