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Organize a flash mob at your wedding

There’s a 50% chance you rolled your eyes when you read the title of this post. Actually, the combination of the phrases “flash mob” and “wedding” probably ups the odds to about 75%. I know. Flash mobs are played out and you’re sick of reading about quirky weddings on the internet. But if you’re someone who likes dancing, large groups of people, and feeling like a rock star, you should really consider it. Here are my five tips for an easy wedding flash mob.

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Whitney & Sully’s rustic lake house community celebration wedding

A lake house surrounded by a forest is a gorgeous setting for this rustic-inspired “middle of nowhere” wedding. With ceremony performances, pinwheels, the groom’s dad as officiant, and a pup in a tuxedo, get ready to be charmed.

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Traci & Tony’s mismatched picnic forest wedding

One way to stay on a budget: have access to an amazing farm venue for free! This gorgeous outdoor setting was the perfect backdrop for this couple’s thrifty (and thrifted) ceremony and forest reception. Starting out with some “Smooch Hooch,” following the chalkboard signs, and ending up in a lighted glen… I think I can handle that kind of party.

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Shannon & Tim’s Neo-Victorian steampunk wedding

After having very traditional first weddings, this couple knew that this time around, the whole shebang was going to be totally personalized. Plus, it’s in the form of a steampunk/Neo-Victorian ceremony in a museum followed by an at-home reception with all the nearest and dearest, so we totally approve. You’ll go batty over the corset and bird cage “bouquet” too!