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Signs, cards, and zombies: 11 “thank yous” for post-wedding warm fuzzies

Here in the U.S. we’re celebrating Thanksgiving today. Lots of countries have a version of this holiday: Canada and Grenada’s in October, Liberia’s earlier this month, and the Netherlands shares our date. Here on Offbeat Bride we have a lot to be thankful for, like our awesome readers, supportive community, advertisers that keep us going, and amazing guest posters. From all of us, we thank you for all you do.

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Brawny, stout, or burly: larger grooms look HOT

Our offbeat grooms come in all shapes and sizes and we wouldn’t want it any other way. We decided to dig into our archives for groom (and androgynous) styles that can work on all body types. Note: not all of these men are above average size, but they are all wearing styles that are big and tall-friendly.

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A bowler-hatted London wedding with a three-hour tour

Vanessa and Osiris are originally from Venezuela, and now live and work in London. They planned a three-part event around London to show their global guests (from Venezuela to LA and beyond) some gorgeous sights in the place they love. From ceremony to a three hour boat cruise with a cream tea, to rockin’ reception, everything was lovely and sweet and delicious food was everywhere.

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Hanging windows to create a sense of space at your outdoor ceremony

Destiny and Dan were married on an overlook on the bride’s family property in the Texas Hill Country. One detail that really stood out was the inclusion of two gorgeous hanging windows as the ceremony backdrop.