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Real Weddings: Global

Although we’re based in the United States, we feature weddings from around the world — especially the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Submit your wedding for consideration via offbeatwed.com/submissions.

Two ladies from Sweden rocked their Manchester, UK wedding with epic florals

Two cuties from Sweden rocked their Manchester, UK wedding with epic florals

Sami and Philippa live in Sweden but wanted to get married in their favourite UK city of Manchester. They got ready in the same Lockhouse,a small cottage located next to the canal.

It was intimate, full of colorful flowers, two complementary white gowns, pale green details, and two brides clearly in love.

This Irish theatre wedding was Art Deco meets '80s dance party meets musical theater

This Irish theatre wedding was Art Deco meets ’80s dance party meets musical theater

Laura and Eavan wanted a movie and musical-themed wedding so it made perfect sense to choose a newly renovated theatre as their venue. They had matching shoes and wooden rings made with quotes from Lord of the Rings inscribed. There’s also a nod to the film Labyrinth in the crystal ball photos. Don’t miss the Art Deco cake with cement icing, illustrated movie-themed table names, and the ’80s-inspired dance party that followed all of the fun…

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A cozy & wintry destination wedding in the The Austrian Alps (with a dirndl dress!)

Laura and Patrick had an Austrian destination wedding that was incandescent. They traveled from the U.S. to their favorite little village in the Austrian Alps. They bonded over their mutual travels and their shared love of a town called Hopfgarten. It eventually became the venue for their wedding. Patrick stumbled upon Berggasthof Tenn while traveling and immediately knew it was the right venue. Laura agreed and it was off to the races with planning.

Moody romance reigns at this creative wedding in Antigua, Guatemala

Moody romance reigns at this creative wedding in Antigua, Guatemala

Joss and Mike are both artists, producer and designer respectively. Their love for music had brought them together and they both wanted a more artistic (and less traditional) wedding. Joss wanted natural and moody elements, too, like a rustic bouquet with flowers “as they appear in nature” (yes!), black candles, and an off-white dress contrasted with darker makeup. Mike rocked a burgundy suit that took it all to a whole other level.

A bright & lovely Islamic wedding in Mombasa, Kenya

A bright & lovely Islamic wedding in Mombasa, Kenya

Fatma and Ibrahim were on party number four in their wedding schedule. There had been two smaller celebrations, and then a much larger one in Washington, DC, where the couple currently resides. Ibrahim is originally from Sierra Leone, but most of his family has relocated to the DC area. This final reception was held in Mombasa, Kenya. This was a huge celebration with a blend of tradition and offbeat choices…

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This outdoor carousel wedding had rainbow decor and a doggy bridesmaid

Amanda and Matt had a gorgeous and colorful wedding at Lanwades Hall in Kentford, Newmarket, UK with Simpsons references, an outdoor ceremony, and a CAROUSEL. No joke! Their Humanist ceremony included sing-along songs and a pupper bridesmaids, too. It was a party to remember.

Don’t miss the rainbow decor and photo booth, picnic fête style, and Fozzie Bear cameo…