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Catherine Clark loiters at her local library, makes art, watches movies en masse, plays video and tabletop games, poorly cooks healthy things, cuddles with her feline fur babies, and blogs at BijouxandBits.com.
Kissy alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Tractor riding, swing dancing, and some almost-synchronized jumping

Rosemary and Chris had a jovial, gender-blind wedding party which got caught in a really fun moment. Plus, check out the white bridesmaid dresses! This week’s reader submissions from the Tribe, the Offbeat Flickr Pool, and Pinterest had tons of amazing shots including tractor riding, swing dancing, and attempted synchronized jumping.

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Spats and gaiters for shmancy shoe coverage

Did you know that “spats” was originally a shortened version of “spatterdashes?” That is a neat word and a fun fashion detail that we sometimes see in our steampunk, Victorian, and fancier weddings. Check out some of our favorites.

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An orchid tux, peeks of yellow, and lots of ink

Christina and Alex had an orchid-theme wedding with lots of orchids in the bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and the cake. The groom even wore a custom-made tux with appliqued orchids all over it. Christina wore a ’50s-style cocktail dress and yellow heels that totally offset her amazing ink. Plus, her grandma was her maid of honor! D’aww.

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Match your glasses to your gown

Tribesmaid Staciafuchsia rocks her purple-over-white gown and giant bouquet, but my favorite part is her matchy-matchy glasses! If you’ll be wearing your specs to the wedding, consider grabbing a special pair to really pull your outfit together.