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5 new wedding trends that are making me go “huh?”

Remember when Tribe member likegracekellyintroduced us to the concept of maintenance shaming? Well, she’s back to talk about trends that make ya go hmmmm

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Elise & David’s Anglican garden wedding

A glorious garden, lanterns for the bridesmaids, a brooch bouquet, handmade jewelry, and a ton of sweet moments — don’t miss this explosion of pretty. Oh, and pastel lovers will keel over from the ruffle-y cake, too. There’s also some poignant advice for those who are planning a wedding and also dealing with a disability.

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From New Zealand to National Geographic: How a busker changed my wedding photography business

Our sponsor Nikola Smernic is a wedding photographer from Croatia who’s in love with traveling, and covers weddings all over the world. Here’s how a trip to New Zealand, and a National Geographic contest-winning photo changed his business forever.

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Elizabeth & James’ woodland Victorian fantasy wedding

Just wait until you see this bride’s custom-made blue/grey fantasy-inspired dress. It’s the icing on the cake that is this Pagan meets garden wedding in New Hampshire. But the best parts are definitely in the dancing. Get ready for some “Time Warp” shenanigans and “Fly Me to the Moon” romance.

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How to plan a disability-friendly wedding

You’re recently engaged? Congratulations! As you’ve probably discovered, images of brides and grooms with disabilities will not be easily found within the pages of popular magazines. So there are probably very few examples to generate ideas and reminders for all of details you’ll need to incorporate into your event. That’s why you should check out these tips for planning an accessible ceremony, disability-friendly considerations for your reception, and accommodating guests with different needs…

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Nicole & Josh’s pop culture interfaith geek wedding

Comic book shoes, wholesale flowers, and a some geeky movie and TV references… this is our kind of geeky LA party. Add in the cool venue, the donuts, and the Star Wars centerpieces and it’s on like Donkey Kong. Oh, and don’t miss the groom’s hilarious swan dive into his groomsmen!