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I was the editor of the now-defunct Offbeat Families, and owner/photographer at Stephanie Kaloi Photography in Portland, OR.
ribbon tying ceremony alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Have your wedding party tie ribbons to show support for your commitment

Sarah and Mark’s merry band of un-bridal party members showed support for the pair’s union by tying ribbons around an arbor that was made by the bride’s dad. Each ribbon represents a good wish for the newlyweds.

belt and watch alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

An intimate kaleidoscopic family-focused wedding from the Philippines

Hasmukh and Kathlynn fused a whole lot of color into their wedding day. Everything is color-drenched and squeal-worthy, from the bride’s bright red bouquet and jewelry, to the pink-hued streamers in the ceremony! The wedding decor was 100% DIYed by the couple and their family members. They handcrafted striped and polka-dotted yellow and orange lanterns, created wedding signs with sturdy paper and puff paint, and tucked floral centerpieces into coffee mug vases.

get away table alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Set up a secret “getaway table” for a post-ceremony private meal

Crystal and Justin had a robot-and-s’mores wedding that was heavy on fun details — including this secret getaway table the groom set up after the ceremony. We’re definitely fans of private pre-reception dinners — it looks like a sweet way to get a little alone time to bask in just-married awesomeness.

wedding puppets alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

When Comic-Con speed dating leads to wedded bliss: a nerdy theater celebration

Sarah and Shane first met at a Comic-Con Speed Dating event, and their love for movies, Doctor Who, and puppets brought them together. They got married at the Scotia Cinema in New York, where guests were greeted with popcorn and 3D glasses, and then peppered with trivia questions about the couple’s relationship.